Your computer IT degree can make you an indispensable asset to your employer

Computers can improve efficiencies in all business industries, but when computer problem arise, a business’s productivity and profitability can suffer. Qualified IT people help companies decrease this downtime by preventing and remedying problems as soon as they appear.  The IT degree program at Rasmussen College will help prepare you for what you can expect in the field.

Our IT degree online program offers you the flexibility and convenience of online learning, while providing the student support you need to be successful.

Industry certifications will help prepare you even more for a career in the IT field. Upon completion of certain degree courses, you will be eligible to take certification exams that will highlight your knowledge in specific areas of IT. Check out the certifications available to our IT degree students.

Computer Information Technology Courses

Your IT degree will focus on the business applications residing on today’s computers, as well as some fundamental concepts related to computer-system administration. In addition, you have the opportunity to choose electives that develop your skills in either computer repair and support or multimedia applications.

Some key courses include:

E-Commerce
You will present ways that customer relations can be enhanced through the use of e-commerce.

Microsoft Windows Workstations
You will learn how to install a Windows Operating System and provide maintenance and assistance to the operating system as needed.

Information Technology Capstone
You will apply what you have learned about information technology (IT) and be tasked with solving a real world IT problem.

View courses – Information Systems Management Associate's degree with a Computer Information Technology specialization

Computer Information Technology Career Outlook

Technology, specifically technology revolving around computers, can make or break a business. Being able to troubleshoot and resolve any technological issues is very important. With an IT degree, you will have learned many ways to overcome many of the hurdles that come up and you will act as the life preserver for a business drowning in computer problems.

Here's a snapshot of two likely information technology careers:

Computer support specialists: growth +13%, salary $33,680‡
Network and Computer Systems Administrators: growth +27%, $51,690‡

The Rasmussen College career placement staff starts helping you even before you graduate – with your resume, cover letter, interviewing techniques and how to search for a great career. And it doesn't end there – these services are available throughout your career.