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In an academic context, the Association for Computing Machinery defines IT as "undergraduate degree programs that prepare students to meet the computer technology needs of business, government, healthcare, schools, and other kinds of organizations .... IT specialists assume responsibility for selecting hardware and software products appropriate for an organization, integrating those products with organizational needs and infrastructure, and installing, customizing, and maintaining those applications for the organization’s computer users."

In a business context, the Information Technology Association of America has defined information technology as "the study, design, development, application, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems". The responsibilities of those working in the field include network administration, software development and installation, and the planning and management of an organization's technology life cycle, by which hardware and software are maintained, upgraded and replaced.

The business value of information technology lies in the automation of business processes, provision of information for decision making, connecting businesses with their customers, and the provision of productivity tools to increase efficiency.

Information technology (IT) is the use of computers to store, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data,[1] or information, often in the context of a business or other enterprise. IT is considered to be a subset of information and communications technology (ICT). An information technology system (IT system) is generally an information system, a communications system or, more specifically speaking, a computer system – including all hardware, software and peripheral equipment – operated by a limited group of users.

Briarcliffe College was a for-profit postsecondary higher education career school with two campuses located in Long Island, New York. The school was owned by Career Education Corporation. The Bethpage campus served Nassau County, New York, and the Patchogue campus was located in Suffolk County, New York. The College offered Associate or Bachelor programs in a variety of areas including Healthcare, Graphic Design, Criminal Justice, Business and Technology. Briarcliffe also offers online classes and programs. The college stopped accepting new students in 2015 and closed in 2018,[1] citing financial difficulties,[2] following a $10.25 million settlement with the New York state attorney general’s office over inflated job placement rates in 2013.[3]

Briarcliffe was founded in 1966, as a one-year business school in Hicksville, New York. A branch campus opened in 1969 in Mineola/Garden City. This branch was moved to Lynbrook, New York in 1983. In 1979, the New York State Education Department authorized Briarclffe to offer the two-year associate degree in occupational studies. A third campus was established in Patchogue, New York in 1981.

In 1992, Briarcliffe, which had an overwhelmingly female student population, purchased Grumman Data Systems Institute, a technical school with a predominantly male enrollment. The combination of the two institutions created a coeducational college of approximately 2,000 students. The main campus was moved from Hicksville to the Grumman campus in Woodbury, New York.

In 1994, the school was granted regional accreditation by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.[4] The college purchased a quarter-million square foot facility on approximately 20 acres (81,000 m2) in Bethpage, New York in 1995. Students from the Lynbrook and Woodbury campuses were moved to this new main campus beginning with the fall semester in 1997.

In 1996, Briarcliffe become regionally accredited and the school and faculty earned the right to be called Briarcliffe "College". One year later, the college became a 4-year college able to grant baccalaureate degrees. It was purchased by and is a subsidiary of Career Education Corporation.

In 2010, the college offered its first degree programs fully online. Five years later, the college announced that it was no longer accepting new students and would be closed on December 31, 2018.[2]

• http://www.briarcliffe.edu/

• Briarcliffe College (December 8, 2015). "Briarcliffe College Plans Gradual Discontinuation of Operations". Retrieved December 8, 2015.

• "Officials: LI college closing by end of 2018". Retrieved 10 June 2018.

• "Briarcliffe College". Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Retrieved May 1, 2011.

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AA/IS	Computer Information Systems (CIS)
School: Briarcliffe College- Bethpage, NY School: Briarcliffe College- Patchogue, NY Program: The Computer Information Systems program at Briarcliffe College provides a broad background in computer hardware and software. It offers you courses in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases as well as introductions to programming, computer hardware, and operating systems. :: Concentration: Information Systems :: Campus    ::  Location: Bethpage, NY ::  more info     ::  Location: Patchogue, NY ::  more info

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AA/NS	Networking and Computer Technology
School: Briarcliffe College- Bethpage, NY School: Briarcliffe College- Patchogue, NY Program: The Networking and Computer Technology programs at Briarcliffe College prepares you for one of the exciting new career options open to those interested in computer technology is the networking field. Computer networking is a fast-paced, people-oriented field that combines the skills of computer technology and communications. You will study troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and administration of computer hardware and software. :: Concentration: Networking :: Campus    ::  Location: Bethpage, NY ::  more info     ::  Location: Patchogue, NY ::  more info

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CA/BA	Office Technologies
School: Briarcliffe College- Bethpage, NY School: Briarcliffe College- Patchogue, NY Program: As a graduate of the Office Technology program at Briarcliffe College you will bring to the work force current information-processing skills. Your knowledge and experience with computer systems and software will provide excellent preparation for advancement in the modern office. :: Concentration: Administration :: Campus    ::  Location: Bethpage, NY ::  more info

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AA/CD	Computer Applications Specialist
School: Briarcliffe College- Bethpage, NY School: Briarcliffe College- Patchogue, NY Program: Computer Applications Specialist. This program provides a broad background in computer hardware and software. Here you will study word processing, spreadsheets, and databases as well as have an introduction to programming, computer hardware, and operating systems. :: Concentration: CAD :: Campus    ::  Location: Patchogue, NY ::  more info

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AA/CD	Computer Aided Drafting and Design
School: Briarcliffe College- Bethpage, NY School: Briarcliffe College- Patchogue, NY Program: Computer Aided Drafting and Design. Explore theories and skills used in the creation of complex three-dimensional solutions for presentation and design in architectural graphics and models, interior and environmental design, package and display design, and set design for film and theater. :: Concentration: CAD :: Campus    ::  Location: Patchogue, NY ::  more info

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AA/CD	Occupational Studies
School: Briarcliffe College- Bethpage, NY School: Briarcliffe College- Patchogue, NY Program: Concentration in: Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Computer Information Systems, Computer Applications Specialist, Networking and Computer Technology, Office Technologies, Telecommunications Technology, and Telecommunications. :: Concentration: CAD :: Campus    ::  Location: Patchogue, NY ::  more info

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AA/TC	Telecommunications Technology
School: Briarcliffe College- Bethpage, NY School: Briarcliffe College- Patchogue, NY Program: Telecommunications Technology. Telecommunications is a rapidly growing field with close ties to both electronics and computer technology. In this program, you will study the basics of computer technology and take courses specifically designed to address issues relative to telecommunications technology. Topics covered include the use of fiber optics and local area networks. :: Concentration: Telecommunications :: Campus    ::  Location: Patchogue, NY ::  more info

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Briarcliffe College

Get the education you need for the best jobs. With a convenient New York campus in Patchogue, Briarcliffe is dedicated to meeting the career-oriented needs of its student body. Briarcliffe offers degree programs in Business, Technology and Graphic Design. For over 35 years, Briarcliffe College has had one mission: to prepare students just like you for success in the business world.

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