Program · Major

Computing Technology and Information Systems, B.S.

DegreeB.S.
TypeMajor
DepartmentComputing Technology and Information Systems

Learn how computers work and turn your knowledge and skills into a career or the pursuit of a graduate degree.

Innovating with Information

Acquire highly marketable knowledge and skills that are needed just about everywhere — from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies — as a Computing Technology and Information Systems major or minor.

All CTIS students take foundational courses in computer programming and management information systems; an advanced core with Database Systems (introducing modern data storage techniques using relational databases), Operating Systems (principles and applications of how these key technologies work); and a capstone course in which students apply their learning to a project of their interest.

Each CTIS student focuses on either Information Technology or Information Systems. The Information Technology track focuses on the application of computing hardware and software. Networking Computers introduces students to network architectures and telecommunication protocols, while Advanced Computer Programming gives deeper practice with modern programming practices.

The Information Systems track focuses on the management of information technology in businesses, organizations and the community. E-Business explores the application of computer technology to commercial transactions between businesses and consumers. And Systems Analysis and Design explores the process of information system formulation and development in an organizational setting.

Majors delve deeper into computing topics or explore the connections between computing and other disciplines such as art and mathematics.

Internship Ideas

Gilbarco Veeder-Root, Bon Secours Health Systems, OSIsoft, ViForce

Alumni Careers and Graduate Schools

Careers in programming and software development, network administration, business and systems analysis; employment at Cisco, FedEx Services, IBM Watson; graduate education in computer science, human computer interaction

College Catalog

For more information about courses within the Computing Technology and Information Systems Major, visit the Academics Departments and Majors page in the College Catalog. For more information about courses within the Computing Technology and Information Systems Minor, visit the Minors page in the College Catalog. In addition to the Undergraduate Catalog, information includes academic department and major information as well as academic regulations and resources; admission standards and requirements; and tuition, fees and financial aid information.

Hands-on Learning

Students engage in hands-on learning throughout the entirety of the CTIS program, both inside and outside the classroom, including course and capstone projects, internships, etc. CTIS students have performed internships at Gilbarco Veeder-Root, Facebook Girls Who Code, Bon Secours Health Systems, OSIsoft and ViForce.

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