该学位课程为学生准备进入绿河学院的信息技术应用科学学士学位课程：网络管理与安全或信息技术：软件开发学位课程。此外，该应用副学士学位课程为学生提供了各种IT职位的入门级就业机会的准备，例如服务台技术人员，技术支持专家，网络技术人员以及网络或计算机系统管理员。 <br>该学位课程的学生接受了广泛的网络，系统管理和软件开发方面的基础培训，从而获得了均衡，全面的信息技术知识。在第二年，学生完成了四门有关关键高级网络主题的课程（选项1）或四门软件开发课程（选项2）。除了这些专业课程，学生还将学习雇主寻求的重要人际交
This degree program prepares students for entry into a Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology: Network Administration and Security or Information Technology: Software Development degree program at Green River College. In addition, this applied associate's degree program prepares students for entry-level employment in a variety of IT positions, such as help desk technician, technical support specialist, network technician, and network or computer systems administrator.<br>Students in this degree program receive foundational training in a broad range of networking, systems administration, and software development, resulting in a balanced, well-rounded knowledge of information technology. In year 2, students complete four courses on key advanced networking topics (Option 1) or four courses in software development (Option 2). In addition to these specialized courses, students learn key interpersonal communication skills sought by employers.