The Anoka Technical College Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Information Technology with an emphasis in Software Development program is designed to prepare graduates to successfully compete for high-paying, rewarding careers in IT fields with the highest demand, both today and in the future.
The Software Development Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree emphasis provides students with the knowledge to become part of a software application team that builds applications to solve industry needs. Students develop both the front-end graphical user interface (GUI) as well as the software code and back-end database for business applications.
The Software Development Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree includes general education credits, which broaden knowledge beyond what is required in the technical field and places the student on track for future managerial positions.
Affordable & flexible learning options
Hands-on training from industry experts
High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota
Potential Jobs:
- Software Developer
- Application Developer
- Systems Software Developer
- Computer Programmers
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $62.10 per hour
Top earners: $82.18 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed.
About the Program
Take a virtual tour to get an idea of what it's like to be a student at Anoka Tech.
Students can choose to complete any of Anoka Tech’s IT programs part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guides.
Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisor for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
First Semester Course Options
Required: TLIT1005
Additional: BDAT 1005, ITEC 1003, ITEC 1011, ITEC 1016
For detailed questions about your program or to plan your long-term part-time sequence, reach out to the faculty advisor.
Information Technology Management
AAS degree
Business Data Analyst
AAS degree, diploma
IT Support
Certificate
Network Management & Security
AAS degree, diploma
Web Design & Development
AAS degree, diploma
Faculty
Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710
Current Students
Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.
Affordable & flexible learning options
Hands-on training from industry experts
High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota
Potential Jobs:
- Software Developer
- Application Developer
- Systems Software Developer
- Computer Programmers
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $62.10 per hour
Top earners: $82.18 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed.
About the Program
Students can choose to complete any of Anoka Tech’s IT programs part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guides.
Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisor for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
First Semester Course Options
Required: TLIT1005
Additional: BDAT 1005, ITEC 1003, ITEC 1011, ITEC 1016
For detailed questions about your program or to plan your long-term part-time sequence, reach out to the faculty advisor.
Information Technology Management
AAS degree
Business Data Analyst
AAS degree, diploma
IT Support
Certificate
Software Development
AAS degree, diploma
Web Design & Development
AAS degree, diploma
Faculty
Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710
Start Dates:
Fall semester: August
Spring semester: January
Multiple start options each semester.
Upcoming Events:
Important Dates:
Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710
Take the Next Step
![If you are, or would like to be, good at building things from scratch, curious about how things work, enjoy solving problems or fixing things that are broken, this field may be the right one for you.
"[Anoka Tech] is set up with a structure where you will grow tremendously."
Learn more about Anoka Tech's construction, engineering, manufacturing and technology career pathway on our website in our bio.](https://scontent-fra5-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/468033038_578789264619259_7297950599124991867_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=GHt5Spc-JCgQ7kNvgEYpmna&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-fra5-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=ASnJXDesoxjreugJeleICoK&oh=00_AYBBRfB05UPkyEKr9_jpALKTYIqkO87mDlJ0nTPG4AdImQ&oe=67462625)
