INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT - BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE
Our Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology Application Development (BAS-ITAD) program is hands-on from the start. Get ready to work on projects covering database models, mobile applications, cloud computing, and machine learning. By the time you graduate, you will have a professional portfolio that you can use when applying for jobs in the IT industry. This interdisciplinary degree builds upon knowledge in Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Analyst & Tester, Web Development, Computer Programming, Computer Systems, Engineer/Architect, and Database Administration.
Advising Note: This program requirement sheet is not a substitute for meeting with an academic advisor. Meeting the requirements to graduate with an Edmonds College degree is ultimately the responsibility of the student.
Program Eligibility
Acceptance into the BAS-ITAD program is by application only. This is in addition to the Edmonds College admissions process. The BAS-ITAD degree is awarded upon completion of a minimum of 180 credits as outlined.
To view additional information and download application materials, please go to the Information Technology Application Development-BAS website. A program advisor will work with students to ensure they are able to complete their 2-year degree prior to starting upper division courses or to take them concurrently, depending on the student’s individual course background and preparedness.
Individuals must have:
- Completed the program prerequisites or equivalent credits that represent the combination of program
- admission requirements and other college-level courses.
- A minimum grade of 2.0 in all proficiency courses.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all college-level courses.
Time to Complete
The BAS-ITAD degree is awarded upon completion of a minimum of 180 credits as outlined. Full-Time students who take 15 credits per quarter and who have already completed the 90 prerequisite credits (60 Proficiency credits plus 30 General Education credits) through a qualified AAS-T degree can complete the BAS degree in six quarters; Part-Time students, students who need to complete prerequisites, or students who take time off may take longer to satisfy all degree requirements. Students who have transferable credits from other colleges or test scores may be able to complete the degree in less time, so please speak to your advisor if you believe you have transferable coursework.
Degree Pathway
Meet with your advisor to plan pre-college coursework, discuss transfer credits, and obtain an academic plan
- As needed: Pre-college math courses to reach MATH& 146, 141, or MATH 140 placement
- As needed: Pre-college English courses to reach ENGL& 101 placement
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- Winter 
- Spring 
- Summer
Program Notes
The program code for this degree is COPITBAS. For financial aid, advising, and other reasons, students should work with their advisor to ensure this code is properly recorded in their academic record.
The advisors for this program are:
Ariadna Escobar, Program Manager | ariadna.escobar@edmonds.edu | 425.640.1908
Frank Kadwell, ITAD Instructor | frank.kadwell@edmonds.edu | 763.442.5620
Department contact information: Information Technology Application Development | itad@edmonds.edu
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