Computer Technology

Those interested in the computer or IT industry, but needing a less math- or theory-intensive approach, will find American Public University's bachelor of computer technology program a suitable means toward that goal. The program emphasizes certification preparation and hands-on learning.

Your program coursework covers:

• Soft skill building, including interpersonal communication
• Computer-based systems organization processes and components
• Web development fundamentals
• Productivity applications
• Programming essentials
• Communication and network technologies
• Database systems
• Information security management

Upon successful completion, you will be prepared to pursue a number of certifications, including Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS); Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW); Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA); Amazon Web Services (AWS); and CompTIA A+, Security+, and Network+.

NOTE: Completion of this program does not award any professional certifications, but may be helpful in preparing to earn such certifications.

1. Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills to communicate and collaborate
2. Solve problems by analyzing computing requirements
3. Apply current skills and tools of software applications development, network architecture, data productivity and information security analysis
4. Build an enterprise-wide computer system using appropriate hardware and software technologies
5. Show you understand how ethics, law, security, and social responsibility impact the technology industry

• All APU undergraduate programs require a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e., GED).
• Please read all undergraduate admission requirements before applying to this program and be prepared to submit the required documentation.
• There is no fee to complete the APU admission application. View steps to apply.

English is the official language of the American Public University System. Other than foreign language courses, all classroom requirements are to be completed by the student in English without the use of any translation. To ensure that students have the opportunity to succeed in our courses, students who are not U.S. citizens may be asked to provide verification of English proficiency in order to enroll for academic credit in any of our courses.

APUS accepts the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)-Academic Version, ACT English, SAT Verbal, or WAEC for the purpose of meeting the English language requirement. International students will be blocked from registration, or dropped from any initial registration, if it is determined that English proficiency is required to complete the admissions record.

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• 3.Complete Admissions Requirements
• 4.Register for Courses