Information Sciences and Technology (IST) 2 Year

Begin Your Journey for a Digital Future

How would you like a career instead of a job? Would you like to have a career where you would never be bored? If this interests you, consider the Information Technology field of study. The best way to start your journey in the field of IST is by obtaining a degree in Information Sciences and Technology (IST) from Penn State DuBois.

Now think what you can accomplish with an IST degree from Penn State DuBois.  You’ll be working with the cutting-edge technology, and able to commingle your ideas with other future professionals who are excited to be in your field.

Gain you IST knowledge here at Penn State DuBois.  

Put your education and ideas into action.

What is IST?

Information Sciences and Technology

The IST program is designed to create leaders for the new digital age.  The IST curriculum was built from the ground up to give students the following skills:
• Learn and manage the ever changing new technologies in the information technology field
• Bridge the communication gap between business professionals and information technology professionals
• Focus on the application of technology as a solution
• Working on industry problems in a team atmosphere
• Polish oral and writing communication skills

 

Have you ever thought about being a Network Administrator or a Computer Network Specialist? Or perhaps you’d like to increase your IT knowledge while focusing on business management, accounting or marketing and then marry the two so that you a unique set of skills to the business world’s table.  At Penn State DuBois you can choose an Associate Degree that enables you to do it all. Whether you choose the Networking course of study or the IST Business degree option, you’ll exponentially increase your IT knowledge so that you’re not only competitive, but sought after in today’s technology focused world.

Penn State DuBois offers an IST Associate Degree specializing in Networking or Business.  The Networking Option focuses on network administration and computer networking.  The Business Option enables students to increase their knowledge of information systems while furthering their studies in business areas of management, accounting, and marketing.

In addition, Penn State DuBois offers a Baccalaureate Option that fulfills the lower degree requirements of the Bachelor's Degree.