Computer and Information Sciences
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Advanced technology related careers that focus on harnessing the theory and practice of computer technologies continue to grow in demand. Because organizations rely more heavily on advanced IT applications to increase business efficiency, today’s IT professionals work closely with other business executives.
We offer concentrations in Software Development, and New Media Design. You can also elect to pursue the Computer and Information Science program without a specific concentration.
Careers
IT applications of the future are limited only by our imagination, and IT professionals continue to be on the cutting edge of new technology applications and systems. The CIS major allows you to pursue careers in areas such as a Computer Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, or Database Analyst.
New Media Design
This concentration prepares students to respond to society's need for professionals skilled in effective communications using a wide variety of techniques and media. They will need to understand, use, and apply a wide-range of current tools that stretch the boundaries of design theory while integrating aesthetic and ethical dimensions of technology use. Students will, therefore, gain experience and knowledge in coursework that emphasizes web page and multimedia design, web-based computer programming, hypertext writing, and the ethical considerations of working in a high technology environment. Together these requirements will prepare students to think and act in new emerging environments that demand both technical firepower and constant awareness of user needs.
Software Development
This concentration is ideal for students who wish to specialize in the design and creation of high performance software. Students learn to architect, code, test and maintain custom software in a variety of current programming languages, understand and use operating systems, and support package application programs. This is excellent preparation for advancement in career fields such as computer programming, and systems analysis, design, and management. The Princeton Review reports the average starting salary for graduates with this degree is $42,600.