Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of , under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Information Technology.

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of , under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Information Technology.

Annual Student Enrollment and Graduation Data

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Phone: 470-578-3803
Location: Atrium (Building J) J393
Address: 1100 South Marietta Pkwy, Marietta, GA 30060

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Mission

The mission of the ÈâÈ⴫ý (KSU) Department of Information Technology is to provide undergraduate and graduate instruction, to undertake research in computing and information technology, and to serve the community and the profession.

Vision

We are dedicated to excellence and leadership in IT education, research and practice. Our commitment is demonstrated by:

  • Providing quality education that offers opportunities for lifelong learning at multiple academic and professional levels.
  • Expanding our body of knowledge by promoting scholarship, discovery and interdisciplinary collaborative research.
  • Promoting and supporting faculty involvement in all aspects of IT research and development.
  • Encouraging faculty and students to take leadership roles in the application of information technology to solve real-world problems by the selection, creation, integration and administration of computing technologies.
  • Cultivating an inclusive environment that reflects cultural diversity and facilitates achievement of one's potential.
  • Increasing awareness, visibility and recognition of the profession of information technology.

Program Educational Objectives and Student Outcomes

  • Program Educational Objectived

    • Hold progressively more responsible positions in the IT field, including positions that are supervisory or managerial in nature.
    • Engage in life-long learning and professional development.
    • Communicate effectively as an IT professional with users, peers, and higher management.
    • Work effectively on teams, whether as a participant or as a leader.
    • Demonstrate ethical behavior as an IT professional and sensitivity to the impact of technology on society.
    • Pursue and successfully complete an advanced degree if desired.


    Student Outcomes

    Graduates of the Program will have an ability to:

    • Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
    • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
    • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
    • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
    • Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
    • Use systematic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals.

  • Program Educational Objectives

    • Hold progressively more responsible positions in the IT field, including positions that are supervisory or managerial in nature.
    • Engage in life-long learning and professional development.
    • Communicate effectively as an IT professional with users, peers, and higher management.
    • Work effectively on teams, whether as a participant or as a leader.
    • Demonstrate ethical behavior as an IT professional and sensitivity to the impact of technology on society.
    • Pursue and successfully complete an advanced degree if desired.


    Student Outcomes

    Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

    • Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
    • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
    • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
    • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
    • Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
    • Use systematic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals.

  • Program Educational Objectives

    • Take on leadership and strategic positions in IT, managing complex systems, teams, and projects in diverse organizational contexts.
    • Leverage cutting-edge IT knowledge and tools to develop innovative solutions, contribute to technological advancement, and improve organizational performance.
    • Engage in continuous learning and professional development, staying current with emerging IT trends, methodologies, and industry certifications.
    • Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to various stakeholders, including non-technical audiences, and collaborate across interdisciplinary teams to achieve organizational goals.
    • Uphold the highest standards of ethical behavior and responsibility in technology implementation, with a focus on privacy, security, and the societal impacts of technology.
    • Conduct impactful research or pursue further education, contributing to the body of knowledge in IT and related fields.


    Student Outcomes

    Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

    • Analyze a complex problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to elaborate solutions to it.
    • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
    • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
    • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
    • Function effectively as a member and leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline. 

  • Program Educational Objectives

    • Strategize, develop, deploy and lead cybersecurity efforts in an enterprise
    • Respond to and recover from cybersecurity threats and incidents
    • Manage cybersecurity risk to information assets
    • Select and apply appropriate tools and methodologies to solve real-world cyber problems