College of Technology - Building Unlimited Career Opportunities
Information Technology Systems
Program Options & Length:
- Program begins in August and January and is 4 1/2 semesters which includes one summer session
- Admits 32 students each year
- Typical classroom hours are from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., 5 days per week
- The program consists of several CISCO systems courses and is a recognized CISCO Academy.
Program Description
Information technology systems technicians maintain, service, and repair computer equipment and computer peripherals. They also install and trouble-shoot and maintain computer networks.
Certificates & Degrees
- Information Technology Systems/Computer Network Technician
- Technical Certificate
- Advanced Technical Certificate
- Information Technology Systems/Information Systems Technician
- Associate of Applied Science
- Bachelor of Applied Science
Admission Steps
Admission Steps
- Complete an application for admission and pay fees online. Be sure to click on the College of Technology Application and select your program choice. * If you are applying for the Associate Degree Registered Nurse program, Geomatics Technology, the Respiratory Therapy program or a bachelor's degree offered through the College of Technology, go to the Undergraduate Application.
- High school graduation or GED is required. Submit an official copy of your high school transcript or GED scores (Not required if you have submitted proof of 14 or more academic credits from an accredited institution of higher education).
- Submit an official college transcript from each accredited institution of higher education that you have attended. Transfer students are required to have a 2.0 cumulative GPA or submit an admission petition.
- Either COMPASS or ACT scores.
- Complete the COMPASS placement test. This test enables us to place
you in the appropriate classes to enhance your success in college.
or - Submit ACT scores, (valid for seven years from date of testing).
- Complete the COMPASS placement test. This test enables us to place
you in the appropriate classes to enhance your success in college.
- Meet with one of the College of Technology advisors to finalize your acceptance. To make an appointment, call (208)282-2622.
- Apply for Financial Aid if needed. Questions — call (208)282-2756.
Note: Some programs have additional admission criteria. Contact Student Services at 208-282-2622 for assistance.
Career Opportunities
65% of 2008 - 2009 graduates were employed in related jobs
- Employment Opportunities
- Computer system companies
- Computer repair stores
- Business management companies
- Colleges/Universities
- Insurance companies
- Governmental agencies
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators and Computer Support Specialists are included in the top 50 jobs for southeastern Idaho (Idaho Department of Commerce and Labor, “Idaho Occupational Projections for 2014 – Hot Jobs for the Southeastern Region”).
- The median income in Idaho for this field is $35,940 and the national median income is $$42,400 *
- There are about 3,040 network technicians and computer support specialists in this occupation in Idaho*
* Idaho Career Information Systems data
All AAS degrees will articulate into the Bachelor of Applied Technology.
Cost of Attendance
Fees apply to the current Idaho State University fee schedule which includes mandatory student health insurance. Students with existing health insurance coverage may waive student health insurance. Waivers are available at http://www.isu.edu/stuhlth/insurance/.
Additional program, equipment, and book costs are listed here.
Paying for College
You may apply for financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans to help finance your college education. When you pay registration fees, you are a student of Idaho State University with the privileges and responsibilities of a college student.
Affirmative Action, ADA & Equal Employment Opportunity at ISU
Idaho State University subscribes to the principles and laws of the State of Idaho and the federal government, including applicable executive orders
pertaining to civil rights. All rights, privileges, and activities of the University are made available without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, disability, national origin or veteran status. The University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Evidence of practices that are not consistent with such a policy should be reported to:
Joyce Hammond-Perry J.D.
Affirmative Action Director
Rendezvous Complex 157 Stop 8315
(208) 282-3973
ADA Policy Statement
Idaho State University is committed to equal opportunity in education for all students, including those with documented disabilities. If you have a diagnosed disability or if you believe that you have a disability that might require reasonable accomodation, please contact:
Dennis J. Toney,
ADA Disabilities and Resource Center Director
Graveley Hall 123 Box 8121
E-mail tonedenn@isu.edu
208-282-3599
