School of
Information Technology

The School of Information Technology at Platt College offers degree programs focused on foundational and advanced information technology education. Programs are structured according to published curricula and emphasize academic instruction in technology systems, support concepts, security principles, and management frameworks, depending on the credential level.
Program format, length, prerequisites, and availability are defined in the current catalog and catalog addendum.

The School of Information Technology offers the following programs:
Hybrid Programs
Information Technology Associate Degree – Hybrid
Distance Education (Online) Programs
Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree – Distance Education (Degree Completion)
Program availability is campus-specific and subject to change.

No. Not all School of Information Technology programs are offered at every campus.
Hybrid programs include required on-campus instruction at designated campuses.
Distance education programs are delivered online, with administrative oversight through a designated campus.
Current campus availability is reviewed during the enrollment process.

Delivery format varies by School of Information Technology program:
Hybrid programs are taught through a combination of online and on-campus courses.
All program courses have been predetermined to be either online or on-ground.
Distance education programs are delivered fully online and follow a structured academic schedule.

Delivery format is program-specific and defined prior to enrollment.

Curriculum content varies by School of Information Technology Programs and credential level. Instruction may include:
Information technology fundamentals
Computer hardware and operating systems
Networking concepts and terminology
Systems configuration and troubleshooting principles
Information security awareness and cybersecurity fundamentals
Cloud computing and virtualization concepts
Database fundamentals
IT documentation and professional communication
Ethical and legal considerations in technology environments
Governance, risk, and compliance concepts (upper-division coursework where applicable)
Course sequencing and depth are determined by the program plan.

School of Information Technology Programs length varies by program and credential level. Full-time program length, clock hours, and quarter credits are defined in the catalog addendum and reviewed during enrollment.

Depending on the School of Information Technology Program, graduates may be awarded:
An Associate’s Degree
A Bachelor’s Degree
Credentials are awarded upon successful completion of all academic, attendance, and financial requirements.

School of Information Technology Program-specific prerequisites apply.
The Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree is a degree completion program and requires completion of an Associate Degree in Information Technology or a closely related field prior to enrollment.

Associate Degree programs do not require prior college-level IT coursework unless otherwise specified.
Prerequisites are verified during enrollment.

School of Information Technology programs are academic in nature.
Programs do not include clinical rotations or externships.
Applied learning occurs through coursework, projects, and instructional activities aligned with the curriculum.

Platt College was granted approval to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to Operate means compliance with state standards as set forth in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009. For more information, please visit the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education (www.bppe.ca.gov)

The School of Information Technology programs do not carry separate programmatic accreditation.

School of Information Technology programs are educational in nature.
Completion may support academic preparation for third-party certifications, subject to certifying body requirements.
Program completion does not guarantee certification, licensure, or employment.
Certification eligibility and outcomes are determined by external organizations.

Financial aid is available to students who qualify for the School of Information Technology Programs. Eligibility and available funding options are reviewed during the financial aid portion of the enrollment process.

School of Information Technology Programs costs include:
Tuition
Books and supplies
The most current cost information can be found in the Catalog Addendum and will also be reviewed during the enrollment process.

Admissions requirements for School of Information Technology Programs generally include:
Proof of high school graduation, GED, or equivalent
Completion of a personal admissions interview and tour of the campus
Submission of required documentation
Additional program-specific requirements, including prerequisite degree verification for degree-completion programs, are reviewed during enrollment.

Schedule availability varies by School of Information Technology Programs, delivery format, campus, and cohort start date. Scheduling details are reviewed during the enrollment process.

Transfer credit may be considered for School of Information Technology Programs, subject to transcript evaluation and academic approval. Acceptance of transfer credit varies by program and course content.

The enrollment process typically includes:
Requesting information and speaking with Admissions
Completing a personal admissions interview and tour of the campus
Submitting required documentation and transcripts (if applicable)
Reviewing required institutional disclosures
Completing enrollment paperwork
Beginning the program in the next available start date (subject to availability)

Additional high-search & clarifying FAQs

Information Technology programs focus on foundational technology systems and support concepts. The Cybersecurity program is an upper-division degree completion program focused on security principles, governance, and risk management.

Prior professional IT experience is not required unless specified as a program prerequisite.

Only designated distance education programs are fully online. Hybrid programs include required on-campus instruction.