Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at Bob Jones University teaches students the design of technological systems such as computing systems for the solution of business and research data and communications support needs. Students who graduate from the information technology degree program may pursue careers in IT technology, including IT network administrator, engineer, program manager, and more. Courses include principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, and more. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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Bob Jones University

1600 Harden Street, Columbia, SC

BJU is a four-year private institution that provides training and education opportunities for its students located in and around Greenville. Students may pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Business and Marketing Studies
• Health and Clinical Professions
• Theology and Religious Vocations
• Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Biological and Biomedical Sciences
• Security and Protective Services

Over the previous several years BJU has awarded degrees to more than a thousand students with about 62% of those who start the program complete it. More than 110 different programs are offered at BJU, with a Doctor's degree being the highest degree offered. Some of the more popular programs being offered:

• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Biblical Studies
• Accounting
• Religious Education
• Humanistic Studies

To help support students, Bob Jones University may provide services including:

• Distance learning
• Remedial courses
• Academic counseling for students
• Employing students to lower education costs
• Assistance to find work
• Child care

The last reported accreditation for this school was done by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, Accreditation Commission. To learn more and get consumer disclosures, please visit bju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Information Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bob Jones University offers a bachelor's degree program in information technology.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Description

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Computer Systems Analysts

Description

Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.

Information Security Analysts

Description

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Software Developers, Applications

Description

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Software Developers, Systems Software

Description

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Computer Network Architects

Description

Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).