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Information Systems Technology

Power up or reboot a high-paying career in IT

No matter the field you work in—business, health care, government—a certification, or a combination of certifications, validates your skills and knowledge. At Tidewater Community College, you’ll learn from industry professionals who can give you the real-world experience you need to stay in step with today’s workplace. Much of the classroom instruction takes place in high-tech labs and covers both Apple’s OS X operating system along with Microsoft Windows.

Semesters:
4
Credits:
66-67 View Curriculum
Locations:
Virginia Beach Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Specialization in Database Specialist

Dive into database management with an Oracle certified program that teaches you to design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot relational databases.
Semesters:
4
Credits:
66 View Curriculum
Locations:
Virginia Beach Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Specialization in Geographic Information Systems

Learn the skills necessary to visualize, analyze, and model GIS systems to help in the planning and decision-making processes of a business organization.

Semesters:
4
Credits:
66-67 View Curriculum
Locations:
Virginia Beach Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Specialization in Network Administration

Build a strong foundation in network administration across network operating systems, such as Windows, Unix and Linux.
Semesters:
4
Credits:
66-67 View Curriculum
Locations:
Virginia Beach Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Specialization in Network Infrastructure Specialist

Train to install and configure a network as well as optimize Wide Area Networks (WANs) through Internet access solutions.

Semesters:
4
Credits:
67 View Curriculum
Locations:
Virginia Beach Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Specialization in Programming & Mobile Applications Development

Start a career as an entry-level programmer! Learn to design, code, debug and document your programs, as well as develop web-based application programs.
Semesters:
4
Credits:
67 View Curriculum
Locations:
Virginia Beach Campus
Associate of Applied Science - Specialization in Web Development Specialist

Earn as many as five national certifications to help you advance your career as a web developer.

Semesters:
3
Credits:
34-35 View Curriculum
Locations:
Chesapeake Campus, Virginia Beach Campus
Certificate - Information Systems Technology

In just three semesters, you’ll gain expertise in several key areas including, operating systems, networking, hardware,
troubleshooting, software design, and more!

Globally-recognized credentials can be the key to your IT career path. With just a few courses at TCC, you’ll be ready for manufacturer-specific exams from companies like Microsoft, Oracle, CompTIA, VMware, and more! Learn more about IT certifications.

Is this program for you?

Yes, if you:
  • are detail-oriented
  • enjoy working with computers
  • have an aptitude for science and math

Students may take information system technology and IT courses that meet requirements for high school graduation while simultaneously earning college credit at Tidewater Community College.