Information Technology professionals are the backbone of any organization, ensuring all computer systems are running smoothly, and most importantly, securely. This Associate of Information Technology -AIT is a unique two-year full-time program that will prepare students for a career in the IT sector. Focusing on emerging tools and technologies, and offering hands-on real industry, students will be equipped for exciting and evolving tech careers across this growing industry.

Credential Title: Associate degree in Information Technology-AIT

Duration of the program: 2 years

Mode of Delivery

• Online/Distance Learning

Admission Requirements:

• Must be a member of the Global Alliance for Innovation and Leadership (GAIL)
• Must be a high school graduate or equal (submit credentials)
• Submit an Admission Application
• Submit Statement of Purpose (essay)

We welcome applications from students who may not meet the formal entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. Applications are considered from candidates who do not meet the formal entry requirements but can provide evidence of equivalence. Examples of equivalence are:

• A wide range of professional qualifications and/or work experience.
• Working or studying in English or an English-speaking environment.

Applications will be considered from candidates who do not meet the formal entry requirements but who can demonstrate by interview the commitment to complete the program successfully.

This Associate degree of Information Technology – AIT program is a total of 60 Credit Hours completed through 20 courses. The following is a list of all the courses required for the program:

 Required Courses: 60 Credit Hours

1. Fundamental of Computing (3 Credit Hours)
2. Applied Business Communication (3 Credit Hours)
3. Introduction to Information Technology (3 Credit Hours)
4. Data Structures (3 Credit Hours)
5. Computing Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
6. Programming Fundamentals (3 Credit Hours)
7. Networking Communications (3 Credit Hours)
8. System Analysis and Design (3 Credit Hours)
9. Introduction to Database Management (3 Credit Hours)
10. Fundamentals of Software Engineering (3 Credit Hours)
11. Computer Graphics and Animation (3 Credit Hours)
12. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (3 Credit Hours)
13. Computer Programming (3 Credit Hours)
14. Web Programming (3 Credit Hours)
15. Cyber Security (3 Credit Hours)
16. Cloud Computing (3 Credit Hours)
17. Analysis of Scientific Data (3 Credit Hours)
18. Quality Assurance (3 Credit Hours)
19. Database System Management (3 Credit Hours)
20. System Administration (3 Credit Hours)

Degree/Credential Statement Description: 

In recognition of the satisfactory completion of all requirements during the study in preparation for graduation, upon recommendation of the faculty of Alison Pacific University (students name) is granted an “Associate Degree of Information Technology-AIT” given on this day (date).