AAS or BS?

[CompCity]

Here's the deal, I'm currently in college going for an AAS in Computer Sciences Networking Emphasis, but have the option of continuing to get a BS in Applied Technology.

My first question would be what are your suggestions? The idea here is obviously work as a tech for a hosting company, do you guys think there would be a world of difference between going for the BS (In reference to promotion possibilities, pay etc.)?

Just for information, if I stick with the AAS, I'll be taking the CCNA and MCSE test (okay, I can't stand Windows as a server platform, but over on the westcoast colleges seem to think that Linux doesn't really exist).

BTW: On a side note, anyone suggest a book/course specifically for Linux+ certification?

[iBiz]

in our neck of the woods, a BS gets you a lot further than not. missed quite a few nice jobs without it and it didn't even have to relate to my field of study. just having the piece of paper does a salary good.

[Altco]

Some colleges offer a B.S. in Engineering ( Network Engineering Concentration ). That is what you should look for if you want to work in the hosting industry.

[alchiba]

A B.S. is best if it's current, and yours will be when you get it. Couple that with an appropriate certification and you're golden.

[allan]

Might as well throw in with the rest of the crowd: a BS is going to make a lot of difference. I have definitely missed out on a lot of jobs because I did not have a BS.

If you plan on working for someone else, and want to be able to advance in your career, a BS is going to be important. Even if you plan on going into business for yourself, more than 50% of new businesses fail in the first three years -- having skills to fall back on, is important.

[VoxKeysGtr]

BS is always better for the long term. I'm working on my MS (not in tech, though). It's really worth it to go for a higher degree. the piece of paper by itself doesn't mean squat, but employers and clients really seem comforted if you have one. :cool:

[CompCity]

Actually the degree is a B.S. in Computer Engineering Technology. Whew... all these emphasis's and what not may get confusing. Anyway, that's probably the route I'll take. Especially considering it's 2 degrees in 3 1/2 years :). Heck the extra 2 years will be worth going back to High School reunions and saying that I'm an Engineer, lot's better then inventing post-it notes anyway.

I appreciate the responses though :), and maybe when I'm a millionaire I'll come back here and thank you guys MWHAHAHAAAHAHHAHAHAAAA

:baghead: :banana:

[manadospace]

computer technology enginering? what kind knowledge hmm amazing, i am not a IT people but i learn IT in last 2 month, well perhaps will 100% undertand:confused:

[milleniahost]

BS all the way. Will open a lot more doors for you.

[Hostevery]

those certs would indeed be +++

I have a friend that just went straight for his MCSE certs, and now he's making 80k+ consulting.