Information Technology (BS)

Students pursuing an Information Technology major must complete fifty-seven (57) semester hours consisting for twenty-four (24) semester hours in Information Technology and thirty-three (33) semester hours in supporting courses from Business, Communication, Computer Science, English, Math, and Management. This program is intended to build off of a strong liberal arts foundation, while providing students with the most relevant skills in Information Technology, Programming and Cloud Management.

Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology will be able to:

Display critical thinking and problem skills in relation to a wide range of Information Technology challenges.
Understand and be able to meaningfully interact with the technological systems of an organization.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders effectively.
Be prepared to adapt to the ever-changing world of Information Technology.

Supported Certificates

CompTIA Security+

The CompTIA Security+ exam is the standard Cybersecurity certification often required for entry-level Cybersecurityspecific roles, such as Cybersecurity Analyst. Students who complete the
program will cover all examined material. The IT and CS supporting courses are recommended for the additional coverage and practice they would provide.

Certified Ethical Hacker

The CEH validates a professional’s skills in identifying vulnerabilities and weaknesses in target systems using the same knowledge and tools as malicious hackers. CEH holders are able to assess the security posture of an organization and recommend solutions to bolster defenses. The Ethical Hacking course would cover penetration testing and attack detection and prevention in sufficient depth to qualify students for CEH.

GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)

GSEC certifies that an individual has the essential knowledge and skills in core cybersecurity topics including access control, cryptography, risk management, network security, and incident handling. The certification demonstrates hands-on technical abilities to tackle real-world infosec challenges. The program would provide the necessary background in information systems and networking, including active defense, network security, cryptography, incident response, and cloud security.