Information Technology (IT) Major
Computer Science Department launches a new Information Technology Major - Spring 2012!
Why IT Major
In today's society, information and information technology are ubiquitous and influence all forms of human activity.
- The nation needs technology leaders and professionals who have both technology and business background
- IT sector job market is now on the rise and the demand for IT professionals is increasing
- IT jobs can not be outsourced
- Lack of appropriate curriculum to produce IT managers, Network administrators, Security professionals, etc.
Objectives of IT Major
The TU's IT program is about modern information technology, it helps:
- Increase the pool of minorities in the area of information technology
- Create a new brand of professionals such as system/network administrators, and security professionals.
- Create bridge between business and computer science
Areas of Specialization
Students pursuing the BS in Information Technology may focus on one of the following IT Concentration areas:
- Web Applications/Design
- Network Administration/Security
- Information Assurance
- System Administration
- Supply Chain Management
List of IT Core Courses
- Web Applications
- Network Administration/Security
- Information System Policy and Administration
- Needs Assessment and Technology Evaluation
- System Administration/Management
- E-Business/E-Commerce
Additional IT Electives
- Human Computer Interface
- Information Systems Security
- Computer Forensics
- Information Security Management
- Disaster Recovery
- Wireless Networks/Security
- Data Mining & Visualization
- Data Ware-Housing
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