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Through the M.S. in Information Technology program, students study ways to apply best principles and practices in information technology and prepare to pursue senior-level or management careers in the field. Students explore ways to create, maintain, and secure information systems. The curriculum balances theory and the practical application of best software engineering principles and practices so that students can learn to develop and maintain stable, secure, scalable, maintainable software. This program has two specializations: Information Security and Software Engineering.
Note for Track 1 only: In addition to standard master’s admissions criteria, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in information technology (IT), computer science, computer/software engineering OR more than 3 years of full-time professional experience in an IT role, including experience in object-oriented programming. Applicants must also supply a resume.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this program, students will be able to:
1. Apply core information technology principles and practices.
2. Apply best software engineering principles and practices to develop and maintain stable, secure, scalable, maintainable software.
3. Work in geographically dispersed teams to produce effective solutions to complex information technology problems.
4. Recommend appropriate information technology solutions based on organizational needs and an evaluation of alternatives.
5. Identify and discuss professional, individual, organizational, societal, and regulatory implications of information systems and technology.
6. Select technologies, policies, and procedures to assure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and IT systems.
Specializations
Degree Requirements
Track 1: 37 semester credits
- Foundations course (1 sem. cr.)
- Information Technology core courses (21 sem. cr.)
- Specialization courses (12 sem. cr.)
- Capstone course (3 sem. cr.)
Track 2: 49 semester credits
- Foundations course (1 sem. cr.)
- Information Systems core courses (12 sem. cr.)
- Information Technology core courses (21 sem. cr.)
- Specialization courses (12 sem. cr.)
- Capstone course (3 sem. cr.)