The Computer Information Technology curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information. This is a flexible curriculum that can be customized to meet community information systems needs.
Course work will develop a student’s ability to communicate complex technical issues related to computer hardware, software, and networks in a manner that computer users can understand. Classes cover computer operations and terminology, operating systems, database, networking, security, and technical support.
Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information. Graduates should be prepared to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Employment opportunities for Computer Information Technology graduates exist in a wide-range of businesses, industries, and government organizations. Working conditions can vary widely depending on the area of employment. The majority of jobs are found in an office environment with hours of 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Annual salaries can range from $25,000 to $28,000.
COURSE INFORMATION
Major Courses
Computer Information Technology (Degree - 15 courses) - These courses include an introduction to computers and computing; computer programming and problem solving; basic spreadsheet design and development; business concepts; security concepts; operating systems concepts; database concepts and applications; installation and maintenance of computer hardware; computer training and support techniques; systems analysis and design; and the design and implementation of a systems project.
Networking Technology (Degree - 1 course) - Degree students take an introductory course.
Internet (Degree - 1 course) - This course is an introduction to internet and web development software for creation of web sites.
General Education Courses
Electives (Degree - 2 courses) - Students are required to take a 3-credit-hour humanities/fine arts course and a 3-credit-hour social behavioral science course.
English (Degree - 2 courses) - These courses emphasize the writing process and professional communication skills.
Math (Degree - 1 course) - Survey of topics including sets, logic, probability, statistics, matrices, mathematical systems, geometry, topology, mathematics of finance, and modeling.
Faculty Advisor
The faculty advisor for Computer Information Technology is Debbie Christenberry, (336) 633-0314, dacberry@randolph.edu.
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