Computer Information Technology A.A.S.

To create the Computer Information Technology A.A.S. program, Jefferson consulted with local businesses and organizations to determine the skills and knowledge companies need. The College designed a program that prepares you to be a technology generalist able to solve today’s challenges with computers and technology.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in a variety of information technology (IT) areas, including software application use and customization, programming, database design and implementation, web page development, and networking technology.

There is a strong demand for graduates with a degree in computer information technology. In fact, the field is expected to grow at a rate much faster than other professions—by more than 10 percent over the next 10 years.

You’ll prepare for the field by working in computer laboratories and solving real-world challenges. You will learn to be a creative problem-solver who is able to plan, coordinate, and implement computer-related solutions and computer systems that meet organizational goals.

Jefferson Community College is located in Watertown, New York, the county seat of the College’s sponsor, Jefferson County. We are nestled in the northern section of New York State, at the junction of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. Established on November 7, 1961, Jefferson Community College was the area’s first institution of higher education and remains the only college with physical campus facilities within a 50-mile radius of Watertown. One of 30 community colleges within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, we currently serve approximately 3,800 students from Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego, and St. Lawrence counties, from around the state and even from around the world. Given our close proximity to Fort Drum, Jefferson is proud to serve the educational needs of active duty service members and their families and veterans.