Information Technology Sciences

Program Overview

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Information Technology Sciences

The theory and practice of using technology to work with data, which allows organizations to accomplish goals, solve problems, and create a better world for device users everywhere.

Types

• Associate
• Bachelor
• Minor

Location

• On-Campus
• Online

Credits

36*

Cost

$9,875 $220/credit hour

Overview

Improve technology, improve the world.

Does your curiosity race like data on a circuit board? Do you have a brain itch that only the science of computers will scratch? Great! University of the Cumberlands offers an information science technology degree program that will satisfy your technological interests and foster your enthusiasm for learning: a bachelor’s degree of science in information technology (IT). IT caters to the implementation of solutions for the betterment of businesses around the globe while still prioritizing technological maintenance, hardware, information systems security, and organization. Because of the wide expanse and influence of technology, when you have a job in IT, you have a job in nearly any field; from education to healthcare to restaurants, you will become an asset to any company’s team! IT professionals are the backbone of companies large and small, using their expertise to tackle real-world problems and come up with efficient solutions. Explore everything IT has to offer and more!

By the Numbers

$80,600

Average Salary

3%

Industry Growth

16:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

5

National Distinctions

Programs & Requirements

General Education Requirements

• Bachelor
• Emphasis Area
• Minor
• Associate

Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of Applied Science

Simply put, IT centers on helping businesses run smoothly, get work done, and protect sensitive information. So, IT touches virtually every industry—from finance to education to healthcare. Whether it is programming driverless cars, diagnosing diseases, or shipping products to customers around the globe, IT plays a critical role in advancing how we live, work, and play. The knowledge and skills you gain from a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology will benefit you in virtually every career path. After all, every workplace needs people who know how to evaluate data and come up with creative solutions to problems.

Course Requirements

Required Courses (30 hours)

• ITSS 130 - Application Software
• ITSS 131 - Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
• ITSS 230 - Fundamentals of Databases
• ITSC 230 - Information Security and Assurance
• ITSI 231 - Hardware
• ITSS 232 - Web Design
• ITSI 331 - Networking
• ITSI 336 - Server Administration
• ITSS 337 - Business Intelligence
• ITSS 440 - Information Technology Capstone

Electives (6 hours)

• Electives classes must be chosen from 300/400 level outside the students selected emphasis or major area. Elective courses cannot simultaneously count toward both the emphasis/major and core elective requirement.

Information Technology Science Emphases

Want to be an IT business leader? Interested in Cyber Security? Maybe artificial intelligence is more your thing? No matter which route of IT you hope to explore, University of Cumberlands has the degree emphasis that best fits you! Cultivate your skill in the specified area of your choice and get the most out of your Information Technology education!

Emphasis Area Requirements

Artificial Intelligence Emphasis (18 Credits)

• ITAD 331 - Foundations of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
• ITAI 333 - Robotics and Cognitive Technologies
• ITAI 335 - Integration of Augmented Reality & Artificial Intelligence
• ITAD 433 - Machine & Deep Learning
• ITAI 435 - Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
• 300/400 Level IT Elective

Cybersecurity Emphasis (18 Credits)

• ITSC 330 - Prevention and Protection Strategies in Cybersecurity
• ITSC 331 - Ethical Hacking
• ITSC 430 - Information Security Management
• ITSC 431 - Legal and Ethics
• ITSS 332 - Database Administration
• 300/400 Level IT Elective

Data Science Emphasis (18 Credits)

• ITAD 331 - Foundations of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
• ITDS 333 - Big Data and Data Fluency with Python
• ITDS 335 - Data Analytics & Visualization
• ITAD 433 - Machine & Deep Learning
• ITDS 435 - Data Mining
• 300/400 Level IT Elective

Gaming Emphasis (18 hours)

• ITGS 130 - Introduction to Game Development
• ITGS 231 - Fundamentals of Interactive/UX Design
• ITGS 233 - Essentials of Gamification
• ITGS 330 - Human-Computer Interaction
• ITGS 431 - Games for Learning & Simulation
• ITGS 435 - Advanced Multi-Player

General Information Sciences Emphasis (18 hours)

Students will select 18 additional hours of 300/400 level Information Technology Sciences

Infrastructure Emphasis (18 hours)

• ITSI 332 - Interconnecting Network Devices
• ITSI 333 - Data Center
• ITSI 335 - Cloud Computing
• ITSI 432 - Routing and Switching
• ITSI 433 - Wireless

Management Emphasis (18 hours)

• ITSM 334 - Management Information Systems
• BACC 131 - Principles of Accounting I
• BACC 132 - Principles of Accounting II
• BADM 136 - Microeconomics
• BADM 331 - Principles of Management
• BADM 334 - Principles of Marketing

Software Engineering Emphasis (18 hours)

• ITSS 332 - Database Administration
• ITSS 333 - Video Game Programming
• ITSS 334 - Web Programming
• ITSS 338 - Programming of Mobile Devices
• ITSS 435 - Software Engineering
• 300/400 Level IT Elective

Minor in Information Technology Services

If you’re intrigued by the IT world but unsure whether you would like to pursue an IT major, this IT minor might be just what you’re looking for. You’ll take a broad range of classes that cover the IT basics that will help you succeed in virtually any workplace. Information technology plays a critical role in advancing how we live, work, and play. Learn all the IT essentials you need to know –without the pressure of a full IT major – with this minor in IT at Cumberlands.

Course Requirements

Required Courses (21 hours)

• ITSS 130 - Application Software
• ITSS 131 - Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
• ITSS 230 - Fundamentals of Databases
• ITSI 231 - Hardware
• ITSS 232 - Web Design
• ITSI 331 - Networking
• Choose 3 Elective Credit Hours from ITS

Associate of Science & Associate of Applied Science

If you want to step into the IT realm – or advance your current IT career – more quickly than it would take to earn a bachelor’s information science technology degree, then this 2-year Associate of Science Degree in Information Technology from University of the Cumberlands may be just what you’re looking for. Whether it is programming driverless cars, diagnosing diseases, or shipping products to customers around the globe, IT plays a critical role in advancing how we live, work, and play. Simply put, IT centers on helping businesses run smoothly, get work done, and protect sensitive information. So, IT touches virtually every industry—from finance to education to healthcare.

Course Requirements

Core Courses (18 hours)

• ITSS 130 - Application Software
• ITSS 131 - Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
• ITSS 230 - Fundamentals of Databases
• ITSS 232 - Web Design
• ITSI 231 - Hardware
• ITSI 331 - Networking

Mission & Goals

The goal of the School of Computer and Information Sciences is to provide instructional programs that give a broad understanding of computer and information science concepts and prepare you for various occupations in the field.

• Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to create professional information systems solutions.
• Cultivate skills for evaluating, investigating, and synthesizing hypotheses within the field.
• Become a leader ready to serve government, industry, and academia by applying your knowledge ethically.
• Become well-versed in cutting-edge technologies that prepare you to enter, and grow within, technological professions.
• Develop quick, critical, and creative thinking skills – an essential skill throughout life.

Information Technology Science Careers & Outcomes

-All statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics-

Software Developer: $109,020

Software developers design and improve computer, mobile, and console applications and programs.

Computer and Information Services Manager: $159,010

Computer information systems managers plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization.

Systems Analyst: $99,270

Systems analysts study an organization’s current computer systems and design ways to improve them for efficiency.

Programmer: $93,000

Programmers write, modify, test, and launch code to run software and applications.

Computer Network Architect: $120,520

Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and Intranets.

Database Administrator: $101,000

Database administrators create, maintain, optimize, and secure databases to hold data for an organization.

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Program Outline

Outline:

• Bachelor of Science & Bachelor of Applied Science:
• Simply put, IT centers on helping businesses run smoothly, get work done, and protect sensitive information.
So, IT touches virtually every industry—from finance to education to healthcare. Whether it is programming driverless cars, diagnosing diseases, or shipping products to customers around the globe, IT plays a critical role in advancing how we live, work, and play. The knowledge and skills you gain from a bachelor’s degree in IT will benefit you in virtually every career path. After all, every workplace needs people who know how to evaluate data and come up with creative solutions to problems.
• Minor in Information Technology Services:
• If you’re intrigued by the IT world but unsure whether you would like to pursue an IT major, this IT minor might be just what you’re looking for.
You’ll take a broad range of classes that cover the IT basics that will help you succeed in virtually any workplace. Information technology plays a critical role in advancing how we live, work, and play. Learn all the IT essentials you need to know –without the pressure of a full IT major – with this minor in IT at Cumberlands.
• Information Technology Science Emphases:
• Artificial Intelligence Emphasis (18 Credits):
• Explore the fascinating realm of AI with topics like data science, robotics, cognitive technologies, and more.
Prepare for the transformative possibilities of machine and deep learning, and dive into emerging AI trends to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving field.
• Cybersecurity Emphasis (18 Credits):
• Become a guardian of cybersecurity with this emphasis, focusing on prevention, ethical hacking, information security, legal and ethical frameworks, and database administration.
Master the strategies and techniques to protect sensitive information and systems, safeguarding organizations from data breaches and cyber threats.
• Data Science Emphasis (18 Credits):
• Harness the power of data with a deep dive into data science and analytics.
Learn foundational concepts like data science and AI, master big data fluency with Python, and explore techniques like data visualization, machine learning, and data mining. You'll be equipped to uncover hidden patterns, extract valuable insights, and make data-driven decisions that drive innovation.
• Infrastructure Emphasis (18 hours):
• Dive into the backbone of IT infrastructure, focusing on network devices, data center operations, cloud computing, routing and switching, and wireless technologies.
Gain expertise in designing, implementing, and managing complex IT networks and infrastructure that support the needs of modern organizations.
• Management Emphasis (18 Credits):
• Develop your leadership and management skills within the realm of information technology.
Explore management information systems, accounting principles, microeconomics, principles of management, and marketing principles. You'll be prepared to lead IT teams, manage projects, and make strategic decisions that drive business success.
• Software Engineering Emphasis (18 Credits):
• Dive into the art and science of software engineering, focusing on database administration, video game programming, web programming, programming of mobile devices, software engineering principles, and an elective course of your choice.
Master the skills to design, develop, test, and maintain complex software systems that power the digital world.
• General Information Sciences Emphasis (18 Credits):
• Tailor your IT education to your specific interests with 18 additional hours of 300/400-level Information Technology Sciences courses.
Choose from a wide range of topics to specialize in areas that align with your career aspirations and passions.
• Associate of Science & Associate of Applied Science:
• If you want to step into the IT realm – or advance your current IT career – more quickly than it would take to earn a bachelor’s degree, then this 2-year associate degree program in IT from University of the Cumberlands may be just what you’re looking for.
Whether it is programming driverless cars, diagnosing diseases, or shipping products to customers around the globe, IT plays a critical role in advancing how we live, work, and play. Simply put, IT centers on helping businesses run smoothly, get work done, and protect sensitive information. So, IT touches virtually every industry—from finance to education to healthcare.

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Careers:

• Software Developer
• Computer and Information Services Manager
• Systems Analyst
• Programmer
• Computer Network Architect
• Database Administrator