The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program is to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to take on professional positions in the fields of information technology, business, and management. The program is designed to merge the IT fundamentals of databases, human-computer interaction, networking, programming, and Web systems; and it covers technologies such as mobile applications, non-relational databases, and cloud computing. Students are taught to develop a solid understanding of the underlying theories and concepts and practical hands-on applications while applying their problem-solving and critical thinking skills to handle all types of real-world computing and informational problems. In addition, students are exposed to a well-rounded learning experience where they work in teams to master oral and written communication.
THE KEY AREAS OF FOCUS:
• PROBLEM-SOLVING
• ANALYSIS
• DOCUMENTATION
• CONFIGURING
• HARDWARE ENGINEERING
• INPUT/OUTPUT PROCESS
• IMPLEMENTATION
• INTEGRATION
• SOFTWARE DESIGN
• DETERMINING SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
• MONITORING
• SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
• SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
• TECHNICAL SUPPORT
• QUALITY ASSURANCE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• DEFINE SYSTEMS REQUIREMENTS
• COMMUNICATIONS
• NETWORK ADMINISTRATION
CORE REQUIREMENTS
COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING CORE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CONCENTRATION
STRATFORD OFFERS THE FOLLOWING CONCENTRATIONS IN THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING ARTS AND SCIENCES FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY