Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology Midwestern Career College, USA

MCC’s IT program provides fast-track pathways to IT careers and is the perfect intersection of a four-year IT degree and an IT boot-camp.

Earn a college degree AND industry certifications including:

• Quality Assurance Software Testing (Manual & Automation)
• Software Development
• Web Design
• SQL and Database Management
• IT Project Management (Agile Scrum and Product Owner)
• IT Business Analysis

Students will learn in-demand software skills including Java Programming and Agile Software Development. The program is ideal for students who want to start a career in IT, and IT professionals who want to enhance their skills and credentials while accessing the comprehensive resources available to MCC students.

Program Objectives

The AAS in Information Technology program is accredited by the Council of Education and approved by the Illinois Department of Higher Education.

The mission of the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology program is to provide career-focused education in entry-level IT. Students will be instructed in principles of project management, risk management, procurement and contract management, information security management, software management, organizational principles and behavior, communications, quality assurance, financial analysis, leadership, and team effectiveness.

Upon completion of MCC’s AAS in Information Technology program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a knowledge base in information technology principles and practices, information security management, and quality assurance testing
• Program in computer languages such as Java, SQL, HTML and CSS
• Design, develop, and manage information technology projects in a variety of companies and organizations using the Scrum methodology
• Proficiently use computer applications for computer networking, databases, and web design
• Exhibit problem solving skills and the ability to function well in a team-oriented environment