Computer and Information Technologies
Design, maintain and use a variety of different computing technologies.
WHAT IS COMPUTER AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES?
Today, computers, networks and related technology are used in homes, small businesses, hospitals and large corporations; all of which need qualified people to install and maintain their information systems.
The Computer and Information Technologies (CIT) Program offers a variety of choices for people seeking entry-level jobs as well as currently employed people who wish to enhance their skills.
Career Path
Upon completion, the graduate will be qualified to take industry designed and recognized certification examinations. Employment opportunities include entry-level positions in installation and administration of local and wide area networks in medium to large businesses and organizations, and computer network administration positions in small businesses.
Getting Started
What are my degree, diploma, and certificate options?
- A+ Prep - Certificate: 4 Total Credit Hours
- Application Support Technician - Certificate: 16 Total Credit Hours
- AWS Cloud Architecting - Certificate: 19 Total Credit Hours
- Cisco Networking - Certificate: 18 Total Credit Hours
- Cisco Networking Enhanced - Certificate: 21 Total Credit Hours
- CIT Fundamentals - Certificate: 23 Total Credit Hours
- Computer Tech Basic - Certificate: 11 Total Credit Hours
- Computer Technician - Certificate: 14 Total Credit Hours
- Digital Forensics Specialist - Certificate: 20 Total Credit Hours
- Information Security Specialist - Certificate: 19 Total Credit Hours
- Microsoft Enterprise Administrator - Certificate: 22 Total Credit Hours
- Microsoft Network Administrator - Certificate: 19 Total Credit Hours
- Net+ Prep - Certificate: 4 Total Credit Hours
- Network Technologies Specialist - Certificate: 21 Total Credit Hours
- Productivity Software Specialist - Certificate: 12 Total Credit Hours
- Programmer - Certificate: 12 Total Credit Hours
- Security+ Prep - Certificate: 3 Total Credit Hours
- Social Media Specialist - Certificate: 18-21 Total Credit Hours
- Web Programmer - Certificate: 24 Total Credit Hours
- Web Server Administrator - Certificate: 21 Total Credit Hours
How Do I Pay For This?
What Else Do I Need to Know?
AAS Degree Tracks
The Cloud Computing Technologies Track provides the concepts and skills needed to design, set-up, and maintain cloud-based information Systems. The curriculum provides specific training in Amazon Web Services solutions as well as network administration and storage solution technologies. Employment opportunities are located worldwide. Employment will include cloud-based system design and administration for medium to large businesses and organizations, as well as government entities.
The information security track will provide a solid background in information security. This track will help prepare students for entry-level positions of network security, auditing and penetration testing, firewall configuration and computer crime investigation.
The Internet technologies track prepares students to design, program and maintain Internet-based services. With specializations in web programming and web server administration, two sub-plans: web programming and web administration.
The network technologies track provides the concepts and skills needed to set up, maintain and expand networked computer systems.
The Programming Track prepares students to design, develop, and maintain computer programs written in current and emerging programming languages. With tracks in Information Systems and Software Development, students successfully completing this track are prepared for entry-level positions in computer programming or transfer to select four-year institutions.
Can be earned separately and many are embedded in the degree. (Please see catalog to see which certifications are included with each degree track.)
Semester Plans and Checklists
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Cloud Computing Technologies Track (AWS)
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT General Track (Program Coordinator Approval Required)
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Information Security Track
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Internet Technologies Track (Web Programming Sequence)
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Internet Technologies Track (Web Administration Sequence)
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Network Administration Track (CISCO Sequence)
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Network Administration Track (Microsoft Sequence)
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Network Technologies Track
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Programming Track (Information Systems Sequence)
- Semester Plan - AAS CIT Programming Track (Software Development Sequence)
- CIT Certificate Checklists
CIT Internship Details
The CIT internship course is an excellent opportunity to get “hand’s on” experience in the IT field. Internships look good on a resume – they give you practical knowledge in your chosen field.
It is a proven fact that employers look more favorably on students with Internship experience because they have more practical experience.
CIT290 - CIT Internship counts as three credit hour CIT technical elective and gets you working in the IT field! This is an unpaid position, BUT you are applying what you have learned so far in a working IT environment. CIT students who have the Internship really enjoyed it and learned a lot!
The course requires 120 hours of work spread over the semester. You, Ashland Community and Technical College CIT, and your internship location will come to an agreement on this before you start.
INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS
Be an ACTC CIT Student in good standing with at least 17 hours in CIT and an overall GPA of 3.0 or better.
Steps to take
- Are you interested? Let us know ASAP! (Please note the Requirements!)
- You will need to take an interview with CIT faculty and possibly an internship representative.
- You will need to purchase insurance from Ashland Community and Technical College (Currently $11.00 per semester.) The CIT Program Coordinator needs a copy of your paid insurance form BEFORE you can start.
- You will sign a work contract outlining what you will do and what they/we expect from you.
Most of these items are required of workplaces today anyway. This would be an excellent opportunity for you to get your foot in the door, gain valuable work experience, and is an excellent resume builder!
Transfer
Western Kentucky University 2+2 Agreement
Any track of our CIT degree qualifies for a fully transferable 2+2 agreement with Western Kentucky University (WKU) leading to a 24-hour reduction in a bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Technology (CIT). Students planning to transfer under a 2+2 program must register for that program and follow its curriculum. In addition, the WKU Degree program is offered entirely online, allowing the student to work or stay in the tri-state area and earn a bachelor's degree. If you have any questions, please see the WKU website (link opens in new window) for more information.
Northern Kentucky University Transfer Agreement
KCTCS also has a transfer agreement with Northern Kentucky University (NKU). Our CIT degree program can lead to a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology from NKU through the following pathways:
- KCTCS CIT AAS degree to NKU CIT BS degree - Informatics Track
- KCTCS CIT AAS degree to NKU CIT BS degree - Associate of Science Track
- KCTCS CIT AAS degree in NKU CIT BS degree - Network Administration Track
- KCTCS CIT AAS degree in NKU CIT BS degree - Information Security Track
- KCTCS CIT AAS degree in NKU CIT BS degree - Web and Database Administration Track
Please see the NKU KCTCS2NKU website (link opens in new window) for more information
Technology Certifications
ACTC is also a Pearson-Vue/Comp-TIA certified IT testing center. We are qualified to give Industry Information Technology Certifications.
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
