COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Note: Degree offered at Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Mankato, St. Cloud, Brooklyn Park, Eagan, Eden Prairie and Lake Elmo, MN; Ocala, Pasco County and Ft. Myers, FL; Rockford and Aurora, IL; Green Bay, WI; and online.

Web and Internet technologies are absolutely necessary for most companies to successfully compete and operate in today's global economy. Our Associate’s degree in Computer Information Technology focuses on the business applications residing on today's desktop computers, as well as some fundamental concepts related to computer systems administration.

With the Computer Information Technology program from Rasmussen College, you will become skilled at all Microsoft productivity tools (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), and you will build a working knowledge of Operating Systems, Networks and fundamental IT concepts.

Did You Know?
ENIAC, the first all-electronic computer, was introduced in 1946.

We have more than a century of experience training people for cutting-edge jobs in high-demand fields, and are continuously upgrading our classrooms and labs to include the newest technologies and hardware. Call us today at (888) 549-6755 for more information about beginning your career in IT.

Tailor Your Education to Your Career Goals

While earning your degree, you have the opportunity to choose electives that match your interests and that will assist you in developing the skills you want, in either Computer Repair and Support or Multimedia/Web Design.

Specialize in the group of your choice:

Group I: Information Technician - includes two A+ courses and a Microsoft Windows Server course.

Group II: Multimedia Web - includes Advanced Website Design, Computer Graphics and Multimedia Technologies courses.

As an added benefit, when you finish your computer training, Rasmussen College offers Graduate Assistance and Career Services. This means you can return to any of our campuses to get the career assistance you need, even after graduation.

If you want to know more about a career in Computer Information Technology, call us at (888) 549-6755.

What Computer Information Technologists Do:
  • Manage computer networks
  • Troubleshoot computer systems
  • Maintain and install hardware & software
  • Instruct users on computer applications and operations
  • User interface development
  • Assist customers/employees with technical problems
  • Answer questions and train users
  • Monitor customer and employee system use
  • Troubleshoot and problem-solve
What You'll Learn in This Program:
  • Network Infrastructure
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • Information Technology Capstone
  • E-commerce
  • Website Design
  • Computer Graphics
  • Multimedia Technologies
What Kinds of Jobs are Available in Computer Information Technology?

As you build experience, you will be able to take on roles such as these:

  • Help Desk Support
  • Computer Support Specialist
  • Entry level Web Developer
  • …and more!