Area of Study Overview
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The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program with an area of study in Computer and Information Technology enables midcareer adults in a wide range of applied fields meet their educational and professional needs. While the Associate in Science is considered to be a terminal degree, many, but not all, of the credits may be applied to one of the University’s bachelor's degree programs. It is a 60-credit program.
In addition, the program helps prepare students for popular information technology (IT) related industry certifications that are perfect for increasing career opportunities in the rapidly growing IT job market.
Credit Distribution
I. General Education Featured Courses (32 Credits)
A. Intellectual and Practical Skills (12 Credits)
B. Civic and Global Leadership (6 Credits)
| SOC-1010 | Our Changing World: An Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| ETH-2200 | Leading the Way: A Path Towards Ethical Leadership | 3 |
For additional TESU Diversity and Ethical Leadership course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Civic and Global Leadership.
C. Knowledge of Human Cultures (6 Credits)
For additional TESU Social Science and Humanities course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Knowledge of Human Cultures.
D. Scientific Knowledge (8 Credits)
For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Scientific Knowledge.
II. Computer Information Technology Requirements (21 Credits)
Associate Capstone
III. Electives (7 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
| TESU accepts credits in transfer from accredited institutions as well as non-collegiate providers. View information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences. |
Total Credit Hours: 60