General Information
The global shift toward Information Technologies has produced a critical shortage of technicians skilled in the computer and networking technologies. Data suggest that the IT industry will grow at an unprecedented rate during the next century thus further exacerbating the shortage of qualified Information Technology service technicians. The Information Systems Technology with concentration in Computer and Networking Technology Degree program will provide students the opportunity to develop computer and networking skills required for the following IT industry certifications: Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking, Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity,听 CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CISCO Certified Network Associate.
Award:听Associate of Applied Science
Program Head:听Tamra Lipscomb, 540-863-2896,听tlipscomb@mgcc.edu
Length:听Four Semesters (Two years of full-time study)
Note: High school students interested in a career in the IT industry should check with their counselor for the availability of articulation and dual enrollment opportunities for these studies.
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Additional Information
For more information, please contact Student Services at 540-863-2820 or Tamra Lipscomb, Program Head, at tlipscomb@mgcc.edu