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Game and Simulation Programming
- computer game programmer
- software application developer
- system administration
Information Assurance and Cyber Security
- information assurance analyst
- cyber security specialist
- information security specialist
Information Technology:
Network Specialist Concentration
- network architects or engineers
- information systems administrators
- network administrators or analysts
Software Development & Information Management
- systems administrators or analysts
- operating systems programmers/analysts
- software development engineers
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Information Technology:
Technical Support Technology Emphasis
- network specialists
- network technicians
- systems administrators
Related Minors
- Applied Innovation
- Business Administration
- Digital Marketing
- Information Assurance and Cyber Security
- Management
- A baccalaureate (Bachelor of Science [B.S.]) student may earn up to two minors
- A student may not enroll in a minor within the same discipline as the declared major
Learn how to prevent cyberattacks, design software and websites, create simulations, and set up and maintain networks in our specialized IT labs.
Employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to grow 6% through 2027, about as fast as the average for all occupations. (source)
$81,100
The median annual wage for network and computer systems administrators in May 2017. (source)
The technology component prepares you with a general knowledge of computers and computer applications, and provides you with an understanding of specific systems and applications.
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Patrick Butler, Information Technology
Student Videos
Watch Software Designer Tom Giannattasio video Watch Information Technology with Travis video Watch Information Technology with Evan video Watch Information Technology with Michael video Watch IT Systems Analyst Brandon Howe video Watch Your Future in Cyber Security video
Faculty Videos
Watch Protecting Identity in the 21st Century video Watch My Last Words: Jacob Miller video
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Other Information Technology Information
Printable Information
- Industrial, Computing & Engineering Technologies information sheet
- Gaming Simulation Program Review Executive Summary
- Information Assurance & Cyber Security Program Review Executive Summary
- Information Technology Program Review Executive Summary
- Software Development & Information Management Program Review Executive Summary
Laptop Requirements
Students enrolling in an information technology major must have a laptop. View the laptop requirements.
Penn State Computer Store
As a Penn College student, you are eligible for Penn College hardware/software discounts and to purchase hardware/software through the Penn State Computer Store.
Camp helps high school students learn more about digital media-based careers:
Explore Cyber Security and Defense
Hour of Code
A presentation on the importance of coding and problem solving.