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The computer studies major provides a flexible and coherent program of study integrating courses from several of the specialized computer and information fields. The interdisciplinary approach helps prepare students for a variety of entry-level and midlevel technical and management positions within the information technology field.
Objectives
The student who graduates with a major in computer studies will be able to
- Incorporate relevant theory, techniques, languages, and systems in developing computer-related solutions to practical problems.
- Apply appropriate knowledge, concepts, and principles to facilitate the management of change in computer technology.
- Conceptualize and manage the design and implementation of high-quality information systems.
- Design and develop computer software using a programming language.
- Use technology to research information and provide a critical analysis of alternatives to help organizations make informed decisions.
- Apply standard system practices to the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of information systems in an organization.
- Design and produce accurate and precise written documentation in all phases of the system development life cycle from preliminary feasibility studies to end-user documentation and manuals.
- Analyze information technology needs from historical and international perspectives in regard to advances in worldwide e-commerce.
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