Program Overview
The Computer Information Technology (CIT) degree offers students a broad spectrum of IT knowledge by combining core courses from our Programming, Networking, and Security degrees. The courses align with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills. The CIT degree establishes a basic foundation in computer support for students interested in pursuing employment in technical customer service, information technology support, and computer security. It is designed for students seeking immediate employment but provides articulation mechanisms for further advance training in one of our other IT degree programs.
The program offers hands-on training and extensive experience in a wide variety of areas. Students graduating with this degree are in a position to find an excellent job in the field.
Requirements for Admission
There are no Admissions requirements for this program.
If a student is not at college level, they would take the prep classes before beginning the program courses but could still be admitted.
Once you complete this degree you are eligible to enter into the BAS-IST Networking Degree.
Students can pursue two programs at the same time, such as an A.S. degree and an A.A. degree, or a primary degree and an alternate degree.
Program Cost, Scholarships and Aid
All tuition and fees are estimated costs and subject to change without notice.
Program Costs:
The A.S. degree in Computer Information Technology requires 60 credit hours of courses to earn the Associate’s degree.
- The In-state Tuition rate for lower division courses (1000- and 2000-level) is $106.77 per credit hour. The total tuition cost for the program then is 60 x $106.77 = $6,406.20
- The Out-of-State Tuition rate for upper division courses is $382.90 per credit hour for a total tuition cost for the program of 60 x $382.90 = $22,974.00
For more information, please visit Tuition Costs and Due Dates.
Additional Expenses
Textbooks and labs fees (where applicable) prices vary based upon the course and are not included in the tuition breakdown.
Minimum Recommended Hardware
- Current generation Intel Core Series (i3, i5, i7, i9) or AMD Ryzen equivalent
- 8 GB of RAM or more
- 256 GB hard drive or larger
- Webcam, microphone, and speakers
- Wi-Fi or Network (Ethernet) Adapter Card for Broadband - 100/1000Mbps
- Broadband internet connection
- Operating System recommended: Windows 10 or macOS
Scholarships
There are many scholarships available for Santa Fe College students to apply to. Please visit the Scholarships webpage for more information and how to apply.
Financial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. Please visit the Financial Aid page for more information and how to apply.
Program Goals
Students completing the A.S. in Computer Information Technology will attain the following learning outcomes:
- Students will demonstrate understanding of common operating system concepts and associated practices.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in basic computer network maintenance and support.
- Students will demonstrate fundamental understanding of computer networking.
- Students will demonstrate fundamental proficiency in foundational security essentials.
- Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of project management concepts and processes.
Program Length, Format and Curriculum
Professional Core Hours: 33
- CGS1000 Introduction College Computing (3.0 credit hours)
- CGS1820 Web Authoring 1 (3.0 credit hours)
- CGS2540 Database Management (3.0 credit hours)
- CIS1254 Professional Development for Information Technology (3.0 credit hours)
- COP2002 Program Logic (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1120 Information Security (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1131 Computer Essentials (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1132 PC Technician (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS1134 Networking (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2142 IT Project Management (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS 2327 Windows Desktop (3.0 credit hours)
Elective Hours: 12
- CET1600 Network Fundamentals (3.0 credit hours)
- CET1610 Router Theory (3.0 credit hours)
- CET2661C Network Security (3.0 credit hours)
- CET2883C Network Security Advanced (3.0 credit hours)
- CGS1060 Computer Concepts (3.0 credit hours)
- CGS1821 Web Authoring 2 (3.0 credit hours)
- CIS2352 Ethical Hacking (3.0 credit hours)
- CIS2948 Information Technology Education Internship (3.0 credit hours)
- COP2551 Object Oriented Programming 1 (3.0 credit hours)
- COP2552 Object Oriented Programming 2 (3.0 credit hours)
- COP2822 Internet Programming 1 (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2321 Linux Administration (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2322 Linus Administration 2 (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2328 Windows Server (3.0 credit hours)
- CTS2445 SQL Program (3.0 credit hours)
Once you complete this degree you are eligible to enter into the BAS-IST Networking Degree, the BAS-IST Programming and BAS-IST Security degree concentrations may require additional courses.
Performance Standards
Academic Progress Policies
Students in the Associate in Science Computer Information Technology (CIT) program must meet the following standards of academic progress:
- Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 in lower-division courses. Failure to maintain this standard will initially result in a registration flag. A registration flag suspends the student’s right to register for further lower-division courses without advisor permission. Failure to restore the student’s GPA to a 2.0 will result in removal from the program. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for graduation.
- Lower-division course grades below ‘C’ will not count towards degree completion. Any course receiving a grade of ‘D’, ‘F’, ‘W’ or ‘I’ must be successfully completed within the next two terms, earning a minimum grade of ‘C.’
- Upon receiving a second grade of ‘D’, ‘F’, ‘W’ or ‘I’ in any lower-division coursework, a registration flag will be placed on the student’s records. Appeals may be made to the Program Coordinator.
- Students will remain in good standing when earning a grade of ‘D’, ‘F’, ‘W’ or ‘I’ in less than 20% of lower-division courses attempted/completed. For example, a student enrolled in 15 credit hours (five 3-credit hour courses) is allowed a ‘D’, ‘F’, ‘W’ or ‘I’ in one course. Students exceeding this allowance will receive a registration flag. Furthermore, students exceeding this allowance for two consecutive semesters will be removed from the AS program. Appeals may be made to the Program Coordinator.
- A grade of XF for academic dishonesty will result in removal from the program. Appeals may be made to the Program Coordinator.
- A minimum of two courses per academic year are required to remain in the program. Students not successfully completing two courses per academic year are considered not actively pursuing a AS degree and will be removed from the program.
It is recommended that students meet with a SF Advising at least once a semester. Students are responsible for keeping advisors up to date on any issues that may hinder successful academic progress.
Definitions
Lower-division: courses numbered in the 1000 and 2000 level categories.
Registration Flag: a student’s right to register for further upper-division courses will be suspended, pending advisor approval.
Appeals: a registration flag or program year removal appeal may be made in writing to the Program Coordinator, indicating sufficient evidence of unusual hardship which proved to be the proximate cause of a failure to maintain satisfactory academic progress.
- Students must apply for graduation upon enrollment in their last semester of coursework.
- Student Conduct Code
Cost of Attendance
Disclosure
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not the bill that you will receive from Santa Fe College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Santa Fe College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program.
Undergraduate Lower Division Courses (A.A./A.S. Degree Courses)
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
| Tuition and Fees In-State: $106.77 per credit Out-Of-State: $382.90 per credit | In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 | In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $9,679 | $2,619 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $4,228 | $4,228 |
| Transportation | $1,976 | $3,062 |
| Total | In-State: $19,229 Out-Of-State: $25,856 | In-State: $13,255 Out-Of-State: $19,882 |
Undergraduate Upper Division Courses (Bachelor Degree Courses)
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
| Tuition and Fees In-State: $126.33 per credit Out-Of-State: $428.83 per credit | In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 | In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) | $9,679 | $2,619 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $4,228 | $4,228 |
| Transportation | $1,976 | $3,062 |
| Total | In-State: $19,698 Out-Of-State: $26,958 | In-State: $13,724 Out-Of-State: $20,984 |
*Off-Campus: you intend to live off campus, but not with your parent(s).
**Off-Campus with Parent: you intend to live with your parent(s).
Note: All costs and rates are subject to change for the upcoming year.
For more detailed information visit SF's Cost of Attendance page.
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