Information Technology (AS)

Effective: Fall 2024
Associate in Science Program Map

This program map from the 2024-2025 catalog year represents one possible pathway to complete this program. Your pathway may vary depending on your transfer plans and also previous college credit, including AP Test scores, concurrent enrollment courses and high school articulated courses.

I'm ready to get started. What do I do next?

  1. Review this program map to get an overview of the required courses
  2. Meet with a counselor to develop your customized student education plan www.chabotcollege.edu/counseling
  3. Use DegreeWorks, an online student education planning tool, to track your progress toward graduation www.chabotcollege.edu / admissions / degreeworks
Program Description

The Associate in Science in Information Technology covers a core foundational set of Information Technology concepts and has three concentration options in the program: Cloud Computing, CyberSecurity and Networking. Additionally, this program covers a wide range of general education courses giving the student the required prerequisites for transferring or to receive a well balanced education.


What can I do with this major?

Upon completion of this degree, students can sit for a number of industry certification exams and attain employment in the field of information technology including: Desktop Support, System Administration, Cloud Computing, CyberSecurity and Networking.


Learning and Career Pathway
  • Business, Economics & Information Technology

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= Critical Course = Prerequisite for Other Courses = Prerequisite Required = Required for Major GE = General Education

Semester 1

16 units

CAS 74
Introduction to Linux/Unix

3 units
This course provides hands-on training of the Linux/Unix operating system. Topics include: installation, management, configuration, security, documentation, utilities, DOS, hacking and file protection on workstations in a LAN environment.
Course Details:
  1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 50
Terms Offered: Fall

CAS 83
Information & Communication Technology Essentials

4 units
This course provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level ICT professionals. The fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an ICT professional will be introduced. Preparation for the CompTIA A+ certification exams.
Course Details:
  1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 50
  • Transfers to CSU
  • Terms Offered: Rotating

    CAS 92A
    Introduction to Networks

    3 units
    This is the first course in the Cisco® Networking Academy. The course covers the basic fundamentals of networking. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple Local Area Networks (LAN's), perform basic configurations for routers and switches and implement IP addressing schemes.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 50
  • Transfers to CSU
  • Terms Offered: Fall

    English 1- Critical Reading and Composition

    4 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    2 units

    Semester 2

    14-15 units

    Take one course depending on the concentration:

    3 units

    CAS 85
    Cloud Infrastructure and Services1

    This course covers the objectives of the CompTIA Cloud+ and EMC E20-002 Cloud Infrastructure and Services certification exams. Topic included are cloud deployment and service models, cloud infrastructure, and the key considerations in migrating to cloud computing, including compute, storage, networking, desktop and application virtualization. Additional areas of focus are backup/recovery, business continuity, security, and management.
    Terms Offered: Spring

    CAS 69
    Introduction to Information Systems Security (Security+)2

    An introduction to the fundamental principles and topics of Information Technology Security and Risk Management at the organizational level. It addresses hardware, software, processes, communications, applications, and policies and procedures with respect to organizational Cybersecurity and Risk Management. Preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification exams.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 50
  • Transfers to CSU
  • CAS 92B
    Routing and Switching Essentials3

    This is the second course in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92A
  • Transfers to CSU
  • Terms Offered: Spring

    Mathematics course: see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education math course.

    3-5 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term. CAS 50 is recommended (counts towards CSU Area D)

    3 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    2-1 units

    Semester 3

    15 units

    Take One Depending on the Concentration:

    3 units

    CAS 86
    Information Storage and Management1

    Comprehensive study of storage technology in complex IT environments, with emphasis on the exam topics for the EMC Information Storage Associate Certification (EMCISA). Theory and hands-on activities of storage systems, storage networking technologies, archives, cloud computing, storage security, and managing storage infrastructure.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 83
    2. or
    3. Strongly Recommended: CAS 92A
    Terms Offered: Fall

    CAS 75
    Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking (Whitehat Hacker)2

    This course introduces the network security specialist to the various methodologies for attacking a network. Students will be introduced to the concepts, principles, and techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises, for attacking and disabling a network within the context of properly securing a network. The course will emphasize network attack methodologies with the emphasis on student use of network attack techniques and tools and appropriate defenses and countermeasures. Students will receive course content information through a variety of methods: lecture and demonstration of hacking tools will be used in addition to a virtual environment. Students will experience a hands-on practical approach to penetration testing measures and ethical hacking.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 92A
  • Transfers to CSU
  • Terms Offered: Fall

    CAS 92C
    Scaling Networks3

    This is the third course in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92B
    Terms Offered: Fall

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    3 units

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    3 units

    Semester 4

    15 units

    Take One Depending On The Concentration:

    3 units

    CAS 92B
    Routing and Switching Essentials1

    This is the second course in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92A
  • Transfers to CSU
  • CAS 76
    Wireshark, TCP/IP Analysis and Network2

    Course is geared to teach solid network management skills using the WiresharkTM network analyzer. The class provides a logical troubleshooting approach to capturing and analyzing data frames. Armed with this knowledge, students can effectively troubleshoot, maintain, optimize and monitor network traffic and keep your network operating at its peak performance.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 50
    Terms Offered: Spring

    CAS 92D
    Connecting Networks3

    This is the Fourth of four courses in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. The course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Students will implement, configure, and troubleshoot an enterprise LAN network utilizing VLANs, access control lists, WAN links and advanced routing protocols.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92C

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    General Education Course- see a counselor to choose the appropriate general education pattern and general ed course option for this term.

    3 units
    GE

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    3 units

    Elective- see a counselor to choose a course that counts for elective units (can be any credit course).

    3 units

    Other (specify)

    Select one concentration below for a total of 3 classes (9 units):

    Cloud Computing (Take all three courses)

    CAS 85
    Cloud Infrastructure and Services

    3 units
    This course covers the objectives of the CompTIA Cloud+ and EMC E20-002 Cloud Infrastructure and Services certification exams. Topic included are cloud deployment and service models, cloud infrastructure, and the key considerations in migrating to cloud computing, including compute, storage, networking, desktop and application virtualization. Additional areas of focus are backup/recovery, business continuity, security, and management.

    CAS 86
    Information Storage and Management

    3 units
    Comprehensive study of storage technology in complex IT environments, with emphasis on the exam topics for the EMC Information Storage Associate Certification (EMCISA). Theory and hands-on activities of storage systems, storage networking technologies, archives, cloud computing, storage security, and managing storage infrastructure.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 83
    2. or
    3. Strongly Recommended: CAS 92A

    CAS 92B
    Routing and Switching Essentials

    3 units
    This is the second course in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92A
  • Transfers to CSU
  • Cyber Security (Take all three courses)

    CAS 69
    Introduction to Information Systems Security (Security+)

    3 units
    An introduction to the fundamental principles and topics of Information Technology Security and Risk Management at the organizational level. It addresses hardware, software, processes, communications, applications, and policies and procedures with respect to organizational Cybersecurity and Risk Management. Preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification exams.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 50
  • Transfers to CSU
  • CAS 75
    Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking (Whitehat Hacker)

    3 units
    This course introduces the network security specialist to the various methodologies for attacking a network. Students will be introduced to the concepts, principles, and techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises, for attacking and disabling a network within the context of properly securing a network. The course will emphasize network attack methodologies with the emphasis on student use of network attack techniques and tools and appropriate defenses and countermeasures. Students will receive course content information through a variety of methods: lecture and demonstration of hacking tools will be used in addition to a virtual environment. Students will experience a hands-on practical approach to penetration testing measures and ethical hacking.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 92A
  • Transfers to CSU
  • CAS 76
    Wireshark, TCP/IP Analysis and Network

    3 units
    Course is geared to teach solid network management skills using the WiresharkTM network analyzer. The class provides a logical troubleshooting approach to capturing and analyzing data frames. Armed with this knowledge, students can effectively troubleshoot, maintain, optimize and monitor network traffic and keep your network operating at its peak performance.
    Course Details:
    1. Strongly Recommended: CAS 50

    Networking (Take all three courses)

    CAS 92B
    Routing and Switching Essentials

    3 units
    This is the second course in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92A
  • Transfers to CSU
  • CAS 92C
    Scaling Networks

    3 units
    This is the third course in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92B

    CAS 92D
    Connecting Networks

    3 units
    This is the Fourth of four courses in the Cisco® Networking Academy®. The course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. Students will implement, configure, and troubleshoot an enterprise LAN network utilizing VLANs, access control lists, WAN links and advanced routing protocols.
    Course Details:
    1. Prerequisite: CAS 92C
    Total Units: 60-61 units