Associates in Science in Petroleum Engineering (A.S.P.E.)
Description: ACIU has two tracks for an Associates degree in the Department of Technology.
Both tracks establish the foundation to attain a four-year Bachelor’s degree
Associate of Information Systems Technology
The Associates in Information Systems Technology (AIST) curriculum introduces students to concepts surrounding the virtualization of systems and networks as well as the emerging technologies used to handle and deliver media-rich information to individuals, businesses, and institutions around the globe. The AIST program provides students the skills and knowledge required to administer and manage local and wide area networks in multiple environments.
Topics include computing architecture, information storage, and systems administration, how to implement private, public, and hybrid clouds, how to securely interconnect and distribute information through various networks, and how to scale, administer, and manage systems.
The AIST curriculum provides students with the technical background, as well as the general education courses, needed for the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Technology.
Associate of Applied Business in Information Technology (AABIT)
In the AABIT program, students are given the necessary skills to process, maintain, and analyze technology, locally and globally. This program provides students with a set of skills that are in high demand, including software proficiency, communication, critical thinking, management, analysis, problem solving, and cyber security.
Objectives: Students will
- Become adept in knowledge, theory and practice of network management, cybersecurity, and programming
- Identify computing requirements appropriate to solve problems
- Apply current techniques, skills, and tools for application use
- Demonstrate an effective and proficient use of technology
- Develop their abilities to think critically and effectively
- Prepare for positions as technical support specialists, help-desk technicians, systems administrators, computer security professionals, or entry level programmers
- Develop skills in inspection of security measures to protect data and the conduct of personnel in relation to protection of data
The Associates in Information Systems Technology (AIST)
| Courses | Course Number | Hours |
| Business | ||
| Communication | BUS 110 | 3 |
| Business Ethics | BUS 131 | 3 |
| English | ||
| English Composition I | ENG 101 | 3 |
| (or) Business English for Professionals | ENG 103 | 3 |
| Research Methods | ENG 102 | 3 |
| Humanities (any) | 3 | |
| Mathematics | ||
| Algebra I | MTH 102 | 3 |
| Foundations of Quantitative Reasoning | MTH 232 | 3 |
| Statistics I | MTH 231 | 3 |
| Area V: Technology Core Requirements | ||
| Computer Programing I | TCH 111 | 3 |
| Computer Networks | TCH 112 | 3 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | TCH 121 | 3 |
| Introduction to Application Servers | TCH 124 | 3 |
| System Administration | TCH 132 | 3 |
| Fundamentals of Web Development | TCH 141 | 3 |
| Computer Programing II | TCH 211 | 3 |
| Information Security and Assurance | TCH 221 | 3 |
| Network Infrastructure Management | TCH 232 | 3 |
| Cloud Networking | TCH 143 | 3 |
| Area VI: Electives | 6 | |
| Total Credits: | 60 | |
Associate of Applied Business in Information Technology
| Courses | Course Number | Hours |
| Business | ||
| Introduction to Management | BUS 102 | 3 |
| Communication | BUS 110 | 3 |
| Risk Management | BUS 112 | 3 |
| Project Management | BUS 217 | 3 |
| English | ||
| English Composition I | ENG 101 | 3 |
| (or) Business English for Professionals | ENG 103 | 3 |
| Research Methods | ENG 102 | 3 |
| Humanities (any) | 3 | |
| Mathematics | ||
| Algebra I | MTH 102 | 3 |
| Technology Core Requirements | ||
| Computer Programing I | TCH 111 | 3 |
| Computer Networks | TCH 112 | 3 |
| Introduction to Information Security | TCH 123 | 3 |
| Database Management I | TCH 131 | 3 |
| System Administration | TCH 132 | 3 |
| Risk Analysis | TCH 201 | 3 |
| Data and Information Flow | TCH 202 | 3 |
| Database Management II | TCH 231 | 3 |
| Network Infrastructure Management | TCH 232 | 3 |
| Content Management | TCH 233 | 3 |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Total Credits: | 60 | |
Agriculture
Department Chairperson: Elias Alonzo, Ed.D.
Program Director: Interim Director, Tiffany Coward Kennedy, M.S.
Faculty: Carlos Cotto, M.S.A.
Mission Statement of the Program
In support of the University mission, the Agriculture Department is comprised of creative, highly qualified professionals dedicated to preparing our students for entry-level opportunities and long-term career success, providing a fulfilling experience for members of our faculty, and making meaningful contributions to the professional and academic communities we serve.
The Agriculture Program offers a B.S. and an A.S. in Agribusiness. The program is committed to providing a wide range of tools necessary for successful admission to graduate school. The program seeks to develop professional and practical scholarship through exploration of fundamental and contemporary concerns, including those dealing with ethical issues. Such an education provides the graduate with a background suited to meeting the needs of a challenging job market.
The Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness will put you on a career path to work for local, national, or international accounting and consulting firms. Opportunities are also available in Agribusiness, higher education, government agencies, and not-for-profit organizations. Students may also choose to earn an Associate of Science degree for quick entry into the workforce and a foundation for further education, or to minor in Agribusiness as a supplement to another ACIU major.
Program Outcome Objectives
Upon completion of this program, it is expected that students will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of current accounting principles, tax law, current auditing standards, and the use of accounting information by management.
- Develop critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
- Apply accounting theory in a practical manner.
- Demonstrate technology skills necessary to solve accounting problems.
- Meet the requirements for entry-level careers in accounting such as auditing, corporate accounting, governmental, not-for-profit organizations, and taxation.
- Demonstrate the capability to critically and reflectively engage ethical issues in accounting, particularly questions pertaining to social responsibility and professional practice.
Industry Leading Skills
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