CIT is a field of study that
offers great excitement, vast opportunities for lifelong
learning, and a chance to be at the leading edge of many tremendous changes in our world. The Department of Computer &
Information Technology offers both a major in CIT and a
minor in MIS, as well as coursework for the College of
Business
minor in eCommerce. In addition, we offer a
Master of Science
degree in Information Systems & eCommerce.
CIT majors are
equipped to deal with the successful implementation of
technology in business. Whereas computer science majors focus on theoretical aspects
of software, its efficient development, and its subsequent
implementation, the CIT major must consider all five
components of an information system: hardware, software, people,
data, and procedures.
The Bachelor of Science degree in CIT is built upon a
well-rounded core based on coursework in programming, databases,
and networking and then capped by courses in systems
development, global ecommerce, and IT project management. Beyond the
CIT core, students tailor their
curricula to individual needs by adding appropriate elective
coursework. Thus a student can choose (a) to
develop a strength in networking and telecommunications; (b) to
become adept at applications development (programming, in
particular), including website design &
development; (c) to specialize in database applications; (d) to
emphasize coursework leading to the mastery of various
operations technology capabilities; or (e) to pursue a general
curriculum with advanced courses in several areas. (It may
interest you to know also that, if you already have industry
experience and have attained one or more certifications, we
accept a number of
certifications as credit for courses in our curriculum.)
Students pursuing coursework in networking will typically
take positions managing, developing, maintaining, and/or supervising the networking capabilities of their organizations' computer
systems. Our operations technology coursework is designed to
develop integrated skills whereby students understand core
IT
functions as well as the conceptual foundations, quantitative
methods, and specific technologies used in the management of
operations and the supply chain. Students focusing on
applications development will be responsible for designing, developing, and
maintaining the application programs and websites necessary for
their organizations to operate. Database coursework is intended
to prepare students for careers as database administrators, data
architects, and other specialists who plan for and implement
means of meeting organizational data needs. Beyond the entry
level, all paths to the CIT degree are intended to prepare
students ultimately for IT leadership responsibilities such as
those inherent to IT managers, systems analysts, and chief
information officers (CIOs).
Regardless of your specific area of interest, the number of
jobs in the information technology field is growing, and now is
the time to "get in on the action." Major in CIT and increase
your technical skills while staying on the cutting edge of the
times and learning how the computer is used to help businesses
become more profitable and effective.
