I had a student that came out of his interview with Intel, met me in the hallway with tears in his eyes, and said, "I got the job!" That's why I keep coming back every day.
Information Systems and Security
Associate of Occupational Studies Degree
Program length: 18 months daytime; 27 months evenings
This course is approximately 50 percent classroom training and 50 percent hands-on training.
Information Technology is the most exciting and creative industry of the 21st century. In this associate of occupational studies degree program, you'll learn to integrate different types of computer hardware and software in support of modern networking solutions through Microsoft, Cisco and Linux applications. You'll configure servers, program routers and learn modern security measures that protect networks.
–Steve Boyce, EET Instructor
Western Tech is a Microsoft IT Partner.
Graduates are eligible to test for professional certifications as: Microsoft Office User Specialists, Microsoft Certified Professionals, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrators, Microsoft Systems Engineers, Cisco Certified Network Associates, A+, N+ and Linux+ computer support professionals from the Computer Technology Industry Association.
As part of your program you will have the opportunity to do an externship in the computer industry to gain real-world experience while you earn college credit.
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Courses Include
- Computer Technology
- Information Technology
- Advanced Information Technology
- Networking Technology
- Externship Program
Career Opportunities

- Network Technician
- Security Specialist
- Entry Level Software Engineer
- Network Administrator
- Technical Support
- Network Specialist
- Help Desk
- Server Technical Support
*This is a partial list of courses required in this program. For complete program information, please refer to the school catalog.