Davis Technical College in Utah

Information Technology

School of Business and Technology

Gain the skills you need to become relevant and stay current in the Information Technology industry. On your way to earning up to four Microsoft, and/or CompTIA industry certifications, you will build and troubleshoot personal computers, configure and troubleshoot data networks, and build Web pages using HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript. You will work hands-on with highly trained and highly skilled instructors as you configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs to build networks from the ground up. In addition, You will explore the basics of SQL and coding fundamentals. After completing the program, work with one of our placement specialists to get your foot in the door utilizing your newly gained skills. If you are already employed, enhance your skills with a customized plan developed just for you by working one-on-one with a faculty advisor.

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Cost Summary

$45	Adult college admission fee
$732	High School Cost (estimated) \| View details
$1,891	Student tuition and fees ^**
$1,064	Estimated books and materials ^*
$18	Certificate Processing Fee Paid upon program completion

Financial Aid

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Program Advisor
Business and Technology

Christine Fresh 801-593-2040 Email

Maria Caballero 801-593-2396 Email

Program Length:: 660 hours (7 months)

Enrollment Type:: Year-Round

Training Location:: Main Campus

Program Links:

Classroom Hours

Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr
8am - 11am 12pm - 9pm	8am - 11am 12pm - 9pm	8am - 11am 12pm - 9pm	8am - 11am 12pm - 9pm	8am - 11am 12pm - 3pm

Admission Requirements

This program is open to all high school students 16 years of age and older, and all adults who have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Placement Assessment Requirements (Download/Print Assessment Requirements)

READING REQUIREMENTS

Accuplacer Next Generation Reading Score: 237 - 300
Alternate Documentation

	Required Grades/Scores	Time Limit
Accuplacer Reading	70	3 years
Accuplacer Next Generation Reading	237 - 244	3 years
ACT English or Reading	16+	5 years
College Transcripts	English 955 C or higher	5 years
GED Language	165+	3 years
High School Transcripts - English Classes ^*	C or Higher	3 years
SAT	530	3 years
TABE 11/12 Reading	569 - 596	3 years
Associates Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college waives all assessments ^**		No Time Limit
Davis Tech Certification of Program Completion waives all assessments (at an equivalent level)		No Time Limit

^*At least two out of four grades within the same school year must meet the minimum grade level.
^**Transcripts in addition to a copy of the certificate is required.
Transcripts from other states, military schools and other institutions showing academic achievements not listed above, will be reviewed on an individual basis by the Assessment Center Specialist or the student’s Academic Advisor.

MATH REQUIREMENTS

Accuplacer Next Generation Math (Arithmetic) Score: 250 - 300
Alternate Documentation

	Required Grades/Scores	Time Limit
Accuplacer Math	90	3 years
Accuplacer Next Generation Math (Arithmetic)	250 - 300	3 years
ACT Math	21+	5 years
College Transcripts - Math Classes	Math 1010 B or higher	5 years
GED Math	165+	3 years
High School Transcripts (Secondary Math) ^*	B or Higher	3 years
SAT Math	525	3 years
TABE 11/12 Reading	657 - 729	3 years
Associates Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college waives all assessments ^**		No Time Limit
Davis Tech Certification of Program Completion waives all assessments (at an equivalent level)		No Time Limit

^*At least two out of four grades within the same school year must meet the minimum grade level.
^**Transcripts in addition to a copy of the certificate is required.
Transcripts from other states, military schools and other institutions showing academic achievements not listed above, will be reviewed on an individual basis by the Assessment Center Specialist or the student’s Academic Advisor.

OTHER: Operating Systems and Email; High school students must pass Digital Literacy or Exploring Computer Science (ECS) course before admission

High school students do not need to complete placement assessments unless specifically required by the program
Placement testing is waived for students with a Davis Tech Certificate of Completion at an equivalent level or higher, or an associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college.

Certifications & Credentials

Davis Technical College Credentials

Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion

Available Licensing/Certifications

CompTIA A+ Essentials 2019 (Exam 220-1001)
CompTIA A+ Practical Application 2019 (Exam 220-1002)
CompTIA IT Fundamentals FC0-U61
MTA Network Fundamentals (Exam 98-366)

Utah State Board of Education CTE Skill Certificate (High School Students Only)

Computer Programming 1A
Web Development 1A

Transfer Options

The following academic agreements are available to students in the Information Technology program. In order to receive credit for course work included in these agreements, you must provide a transcript to the receiving institution.

Please be aware that some agreements require you to complete the entire program before they will transfer credit. Please contact your instructor at Davis Tech if you have questions.

This program is eligible to transfer credits towards an AAS degree to the following institutions:

Weber State University
Western Governors University

82%Placement Rate

Utah Job Outlook

COUNCIL ON OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES

Program Faculty

Joe Limas
Master's Degree from Utah State University

^*NOTE: Textbook and material costs are based on Davis Tech’s bookstore prices at the time of publication and are subject to change. There are no charges associated with personal data collection and processes or verification of student identity.

^**High School Students: High school students are exempt from student tuition and fees. While high school students are not required to purchase textbooks, they are required to purchase personal and consumable learning resources and materials.

Enrollment Steps

Complete college application and pay fee

Complete Placement Assessments
— if applicable —

Meet with Student Services for program instructions

Complete Orientation or Program Packet

Meet with Financial Aid Department (if appropriate)

Pay tuition and fees

Purchase textbooks and materials

Start classes