You will study a broad range of disciplines within this field, beginning with the basics of computer hardware and software functionality, networking, and the web. More in depth courses will begin to specialize your knowledge and training in a variety of areas, including software development, programming, systems analysis, web design, technical writing, and security features. You will also learn standard business skills in management and communications. Projects involving hands-on problem solving will help you to put your knowledge into practice and gain valuable work experience.

By completion of the coursework you will possess a solid understanding of design and function of modern information technology. You will have a knowledge base in how to design, build, repair, organize, and implement this technology in the modern world.


This major will prepare you for:

This degree makes you marketable on a wide range of fronts. As information technology become more and more commonplace, a working knowledge of it becomes more and more attractive. Job/career opportunities include: computer programming, data analysis, project management, web design, computer support specialist, and database administration.

Further education at the master's or Ph.D. level in any of these or other information technology areas or other business disciplines such as marketing or administration allow for upper management positions in the business world.