Associate in Applied Science - Transfer

Associate in Applied Science: IT Infrastructure Operations

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90 credits

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in IT Infrastructure Operations is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with a diverse skill set necessary for managing and optimizing IT infrastructures in modern organizations. Students will learn how to design network architectures and implement IT service technologies to build data infrastructures.

This degree program encompasses a wide range of critical topics in the field, including:

  • Computer Hardware: Gain skills in hardware components and troubleshooting methodologies.
  • Desktop Support: Develop expertise in providing technical support to end-users.
  • Networking: Obtain the principles of network design, implementation, and management.
  • Cybersecurity: Identify security risks, implement security measures, and safeguard critical data.
  • Server Administration: Acquire skills in deploying, configuring, and managing server environments.
  • Windows and Linux Environments: Gain proficiency in both Windows and Linux operating systems.
  • Cloud Computing: Understand the principles of cloud architecture, deployment, and management.
  • Virtualization: Implement virtualization technologies to enhance overall IT infrastructure efficiency.
  • Systems Management: Acquire systems monitoring, performance optimization, and maintenance.
  • Web Development: Familiarize yourself with web development technologies and practices.
  • Database Management: Acquire skills in database design, implementation, and management.
  • Programming: Gain fundamental elements of computer programming.

Completion Requirements

The IT Infrastructure Operations AAS-T Degree is a professional technical degree that requires at least 90 credit hours in college level courses (numbered 100 or above), a minimum cumulative 2.0 grade point average, a minimum of 25 credits from Cascadia, and completion of all the requirements for this degree. Students must meet with an advisor to complete and submit an application for graduation

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Students in a STEM pathway who successfully complete this degree will be able to:

  • Demonstrate proficiency with tools such as software or equipment appropriate to the STEM field
  • Engage in the analytical process, by making observations, designing, implementing, and evaluating the approach
  • Demonstrate proficiency with interpreting data and drawing evidence-based conclusions. 
  • Communicate complex ideas using written, verbal, and visual methods appropriate for a given audience
  • Recognize the responsibility to positively impact both local and global societies through sustainable and ethical practices.

General Education Core Courses

Communication

Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
55
0
0
5

Quantitative or Symbolic Reasoning

Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
55
0
0
5

Humanities/Social Science Requirements

Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
110
0
0
10

Program Requirements

Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
594
242
0
65

Work-Based Learning and Elective Requirements

Students should consult with an advisor to choose  the appropriate  course(s) for a total of five credits. 

Course Code
Name
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Other Hours
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
55
0
0
5
Total Credits
90

Pathways