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Information Sciences and Technology (A.S.)

Overview  

Penn State Greater Allegheny’s Associate degree in Information Sciences & Technology (IST) is coded for students who enjoy problem solving. Students will develop an understanding on how programs are built, practical applications, and critical thinking. 

What to Expect  

With the Baccalaureate and Individualized options, students may be prepared to enter entry level positions in the broad disciplines of information, sciences and technology fields or complete the baccalaureate degree.   

Students will take courses that focus on:  

  • Information, People and Technology 
  • Organization in Data 
  • Networking and Telecommunications 
  • Programming  

Career Opportunities  

Graduates in the IST program can find an array of career opportunities that include, but not limited to: 

  • Application programmers 
  • Associate systems designers 
  • Network managers 
  • Web designers and administrators 
  • Information systems support specialists 

 

The official course requirements for this degree can be viewed in the online Undergraduate Bulletin under the suggested academic plan. ​

Information Sciences and Technology (A.S.)

  • Associate Degree IST Program
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  • Information Sciences and Technology (A.S) Course Bulletin
  • Information Sciences and Technology (Bachelor Degree Option)
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Located on 52-acres, Penn State Greater Allegheny is a residential campus offering 2 year and 4 year degree programs, including the Bachelor in Social Work program, starting in Summer 2022.  Students benefit from small class sizes, numerous on-campus job opportunities, and a Digital Fluency Project which places an iPad in the hands of each student.  
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