Information Technology

Program Mission Statement

To produce competitive IT professionals having: sound understanding of core IT areas and an awareness of research directions related to these areas; hands on experience with latest IT development tools; strong communication, collaboration and problem solving skills; an awareness of social, ethical and legal issues related to the field of IT; and an urge to serve the community using their knowledge and skills.

Program Educational Objectives (IT)

The graduates of the Bachelors in Information Technology program are expected to:

1. Have excelled in core information technology knowledge area of their choice.
2. Apply the acquired knowledge to solve problems requiring IT based solutions using latest tools and techniques
3. Understand and respect professional, ethical and social values in the field of IT,
4. Possess strong communication and problem solving skills and have the ability to work in teams.
5. Be aware of research directions, modern innovations and entrepreneurship prospects related to IT areas.

Student Outcomes

The IT program addresses these specific outcomes:


NCAAA PLO#	ABET SO#	PLO/SO
K1	7	Define and explain fundamentals of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.
K2	8	Recognize the best practices and standards, and describe their applications
S1	1	Analyze a problem and identify the computing requirements appropriate to its solution while being aware of the impact of that solution on individuals, organizations, and society.
S2	2	Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
S3	9	Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for Computing practices.
S4	3	Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
S5	11	Apply current technical concepts and practices in the core information technologies and Integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment.
S6	6	Analyze user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation, and administration of computer-based systems by creating and following an effective project plan
V1	4	Recognize professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities.
V2	5	Function effectively in teams to accomplish a common goal.
V3	10	Recognize and explore recent technology as needed, using appropriate lifelong learning strategies.