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Overview
Information Systems Technology is used in almost every field. Computers and networking are vital to the health care industry, non-profit corporations, the military, governmental agencies, professional sports, high tech companies such as Google, Amazon, Facebook, and many more.
Olney Central College's Information Systems Technology (IST) Program provides a high-quality education through excellent instruction, experienced faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities. We have partnered with Cisco, a global networking hardware company which provides resources to educators such as the Cisco Networking Academy being utilized by the IST Program. This ensures our students are learning the latest industry standards from Cisco Certified Instructors while working with today’s most advanced networking equipment.
Hands-on Instruction
Our instructors utilize a hands-on learning model allowing students to apply what they are learning to as much physical equipment as possible. This hands-on instruction is completed utilizing our cutting-edge equipment. All students will have a solid foundation in computer maintenance and computer networking as well as an introduction to programming.
Degree and Certificate
The Information Systems Technology Program includes both a two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree and a one-year Network Technician Certificate.
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Information Systems Technology Curriculum
Those in our Associate in Applied Science Degree will have an opportunity to specialize in either Network Administration or Cybersecurity. After completing the degree, students may choose to continue their education. The IST Degree is now fully transferrable and will apply toward a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. To learn more, visit www.iecc.edu/articulation.
Network Technician Certificate
The Network Technician Certificate is part of OCC's Information Systems Technology Program. The two-semester course of study prepares students for jobs in areas such as Network Technician, Help Desk Support Technician, Network Administrator, Cybersecurity Analyst, and Data Analyst. Current industry technology and certifications are heavily emphasized.
Certification Exams
Students who excel in our program will be prepared to take multiple industry certification exams, which help to distinguish them from other candidates looking for exciting positions in the IST field. These certifications include, CCENTCCNA: Routing and Switching, CCNA: Security, CCNA: Cyber Ops, and CompTIA A+. Actual certifications depend on study concentration chosen.
Want to Learn More?
For more information about the Information Systems Technology Program or to meet with an advisor, call 618-395-7777.
