New computer degree options at Pellissippi State

The College has expanded the options available to students under its popular Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT) degree program. Students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree in CSIT can now follow one of three specialized concentrations:

* Internet Software Development, which prepares students for employment in Internet design and development.

* Database Design and Development, which emphasizes database design, database development and Oracle applications.

* Programming, which equips students for careers in programming languages such as Visual Basic, Java, C++, Delphi and Perl.

Besides coursework, all CSIT students complete a 135-hour internship that allows them to gain on-the-job experience before graduation.

With an average enrollment of more than 250 students, CSIT is the largest of the 20 Career/Technical degree programs.