Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at Columbia Southern 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 Nevada colleges that offer information technology degrees.

Columbia Southern University

9340 W. Sahara Ave Ste. 205, Las Vegas, NV

Columbia Southern University, headquartered in Orange Beach, Alabama, was founded in 1993 by Dr. Robert G. Mayes Sr., who remained president of the school until his death in 2005. The school provides online degree programs, and has expanded its program offerings since its foundation. The school is designed to meet the scheduling demands of its students, allowing for familial and work obligations to be fulfilled while pursuing a degree. The school is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), which is a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Academics

Columbia Southern University offers certificate, associate, bachelor, master and doctoral programs. The school provides a variety of majors. The school has agreements in place with a large number of universities throughout the country allowing for the transfer of credits to and from the institution, allowing for additional education opportunities.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Psychology
• Fire Science
• Environmental Management

Admissions and Financial Aid

Admissions to Columbia Southern University requires individuals wishing to enter its undergraduate programs to be a high school graduate, have a GED, have obtained 12 semester credits from a college, a veteran. The master program requires individuals to have obtained a bachelor degree. The doctoral degree in business administration requires both a bachelor and master degree in business or a related field and a minimum of two years work experience to be considered. Financial aid is available through federal grants and loans, scholarships, or through military aid programs. Students in need of financial aid may contact the school's financial aid office to obtain assistance in the application process. Members of the military trough the army's GoArmyEd tuition assistance program.

Students Enrolled in the Information Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Columbia Southern University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

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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).