Information Technology Infrastructure

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Prepare for a career as an IT administrator at Ozarks Tech! IT infrastructure experts keep computer and internet networks running smoothly. Our program prepares you to work in various roles. You can find work as a network or computer technician, cable installer or other computer related position. Our program prepares you for the typical duties of these roles. This includes skills like assembling and repairing computers and installing network cabling. They may also manage servers and troubleshoot hardware and software issues. Our courses also get you ready to earn industry certifications like:

  • CompTIA NET+
  • A+
  • Security+
  • Linux+
  • Cisco CCENT/CCNA

Join us at Ozarks Tech and gain the skills to launch a successful career in IT administration!

The ITI program will prepare you to work in the following roles; Computer Systems Analyst, Field Service Engineer, Network Administrator, Network Architect, Network Engineer, Network Security Analyst, Network Support Specialist, Network Technician, Server Administrator, and Wireless Engineer.

Dr. Tiffany Ford
Computer Science, Cyber and IT Infrastructure
Department Chair
417-447-8296

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Accreditation

OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more information on OTC accreditation.

Program Outcomes

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General Admissions to Ozarks Tech

Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.

At Ozarks Tech, we want your transfer process to be easy. We accomplish this goal through articulation agreements. These agreements are an official partnership to match coursework between schools. This gives you a more seamless transition from Ozarks Tech to a four-year institution.

We have established an agreement for this program. This will simplify the transfer of your credits to partner schools. To understand how this degree will transfer, review the current articulation agreements. Be sure to consult with your transfer school to ensure you’re on the right path toward completing your four-year degree.

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Associate of Applied Science

Information Technology Infrastructure
  • Work as a network technician, computer technician, network cable installer or other computer-related position
  • Supplement your technical training with cross-disciplinary knowledge and skills gained in general education courses

62 credit hours
4 semesters

$12,626.00*
to
$16,914.00*

Certificate of Achievement

Information Technology Infrastructure
  • Work as a network technician, computer technician, network cable installer or other computer-related position
  • Complement an existing education or current role in IT with additional training

31 credit hours
2 semesters

$6,630.00*
to
$8,474.00*

Short-Term Training

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Clicking on the options below will provide overview information, course sequences (when applicable), and specific course descriptions. To see a full catalog of all the offerings at OTC, visit catalog.otc.edu.

Information Technology Infrastructure (A.A.S.)

A.A.S. Degree: 62 Hours

Employment in IT networking can range from assembling and repairing computers, installation of network cabling systems, configuring and managing servers and back-end network support systems, to trouble shooting network hardware and software issues . Network administrators typically oversee the functioning of all network-attached devices. Graduates of the Information Technology Infrastructure program will qualify for entry level positions as network technicians, computer technicians and as network cable installers.  Our courses also prepare students to attempt the following industry certifications; CompTIA Network+, A+, Security+, Linux+, Cloud+ and Cisco CCNA.

The Missouri Department of Higher Education has identified a common set of general education courses that have been adopted statewide. These courses are called the "CORE 42."  CORE 42 courses are guaranteed to transfer to any Missouri public college or university to satisfy general education requirements.

Courses in knowledge areas below, designated with the CORE 42 logo indicates courses in that area have been evaluated and provided a MOTR number for transfer to all Missouri public institutions of higher education.

Courses that do not have this designation may still transfer to public and private colleges and universities in Missouri and elsewhere, but students are encouraged to check the transfer equivalency website of the institution to which they plan to transfer to confirm.

Please refer to the MDHE Core Transfer Curriculum for detailed information on CORE 42 courses.

Information Technology Infrastructure Certificate

Certificate: 31 Hours

Employment in IT networking can range from assembling and repairing computers, installation of network cabling systems, configuring and managing servers and back-end network support systems, to trouble shooting network hardware and software issues . Network administrators typically oversee the functioning of all network-attached devices. Graduates of the Information Technology Infrastructure program will qualify for entry level positions as network technicians, computer technicians and as network cable installers.  Our courses also prepare students to attempt the following industry certifications; CompTIA NET+, A+, Security+, and Linux+ Cisco CCENT and CCNA.

 

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*Notices and Disclaimers

*Costs displayed are based on current tuition and fee rates for the program’s required credit hours, as approved by the OTC Board of Trustees, and are subject to change without notice. Estimates reflect both in-district and out-of-district residency rates. Actual costs, degree completion time, and credit requirements may vary based on residency, prior credits, elective courses, program updates, and enrollment factors. For additional information on attendance costs, visit Cost of Attendance, tuition and fees or contact us at 417-447-6900.

**Graduation rates vary by individual. For details on program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates, visit Student Outcomes / Student Right-to-Know. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.