Information Technology - Security: Associate in Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T)

Graduates are prepared for the BAS-IS program, or for Information Technology security positions such as security analyst, information assurance technician, Chief Information Security Officer, help desk, or other business-oriented systems environments. Computer Information Systems Specialists work with businesses, governments, and other organizations that use computer hardware and software every day. They provide day-to-day support for users. They make sure all parts of a computer system work to meet the organization's goals. They use their strong communications skills to help and work with a variety of people within an organization. Students planning to transfer after graduation should work closely with an adviser at the baccalaureate institution before finalizing their education plan.

Advisor / Program Contacts

Richard Becker

Full Time Faculty

rbecker@olympic.edu

(360) 475-7370

Kevin Blackwell

Full Time Faculty

kblackwell@olympic.edu

(360) 475-7379

Amelia Garripoli

Full Time Faculty

agarripoli@olympic.edu

(360) 475-7588

Dondi Hanson

Full Time Faculty

dhanson@olympic.edu

(360) 475-7376

Mark Westlund

Full Time Faculty

mwestlund@olympic.edu

(360) 475-7357

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Effectively use computers to automate business information systems.
[Thinking Core Ability] Effectively analyze, design, and build application solutions to support business needs.
[Information Literacy & Technology Core Ability] Effectively analyze, design, and build Web solutions to support business needs.
Effectively analyze, design, and build network solutions to support business needs.
Effectively analyze, design, and deploy IT security solutions to support business needs.
Effectively fulfill business needs with IT solutions.
Effectively communicate in the context of common business practices.
[Global Perspective] Work as a team member in a business information system environment to accomplish the goals of a global organization.
Graduates will be able to follow simple and complex directions, exhibit a high level of attention to detail, and will be able to demonstrate a strong adherence to good time management practices. [Thinking Core Ability] Effectively analyze, design, and build application solutions to support business needs.