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

Graduates are prepared for the BAS-IS program, or for general Information Technology positions such as technical support, help desk, or other business-oriented systems environments.

The program offers students the ability to take a cross-section of CIS classes that introduces them to the major domains of information technology rather than specializing in a single domain. This includes programming, web design, networking, and security. The program stresses soft skills such as communication and teamwork.

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.
[Lifelong Learning Core Ability] Effectively fulfill business needs with IT solutions.
[Communication Core Ability] Effectively communicate orally and in writing 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.