Computing and Information Technology Major

Today’s global economy is driven by technology and information. Is it any surprise that the occupations projected to grow the fastest are all related to computers, the Internet and information systems?

Alverno faculty have combined a solid foundation in computing and information technology with the abilities developed through a strong liberal-arts approach to learning – abilities such as analysis, effective communication, ethical valuing and problem solving.

Students who major in Computing and Information Technology can choose courses that provide preparation for positions such as

Business Systems Analyst
Web Technology Specialist
Information Technology Specialist

Internships for real-life experience
All Computing and Information Technology majors complete at least one semester-long internship at a local business, agency or research site. You might be involved in Web-site development, or in system implementation and maintenance. Your assignment may be as a project leader, or assisting an organization through a computer conversion by use of effective communication, training and change management.

Your internship is where you’ll gain the hands-on experience of what a working computer specialist does, with direction from an on-site mentor. You’ll also make career contacts you can use for jobs or additional experience. During your internship, you’ll meet regularly with a faculty instructor and other interns in a seminar at Alverno to discuss problems, reflect on experiences and celebrate advances.

Sample Curriculum:

First Year

Arts and Humanities
Science
Composition
Quantitative Literacy
Psychology

Second Year

Arts and Humanities electives
Social Science
Communication
Introduction to Computing and Information Technology
Discrete Structures and Algorithms
Introduction to Programming

Third Year

Web Design
Networking I
Computer Hardware
Programming for the Web
Systems
Analysis and Design

Fourth Year

Database Design
Internship
Project Management

What you can do with your Computing and Information Technology degree
Depending on the track you choose when you graduate, you will be prepared to pursue an advanced degree or work in fields such as:

Information technology
World Wide Web design and development
Software development
Web applications programming
Network systems analysis and design
Database systems development

Credit for Prior Learning
Alverno offers a program to determine if you are eligible to receive college credit for prior learning. Click here for information.

Your Next Step
To find out more about Alverno's Computing and Information Technology program, contact the Alverno Admissions office. An Admissions Counselor can answer your questions about the program, admissions, credit transfers and financial aid.

Call 414-382-6100, toll-free at 1-800-933-3401 or e-mail Admissions.

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