Information Technology, B.S.

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Program Description

Every organization uses some form of information technology to perform its operations. The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree prepares students to install, manage, and maintain the computing infrastructure on which organizational systems run. The BSIT program prepares students to work as data communication consultants, information security analysts, and network administrators. The BSIT program prepares students to have a strong foundation in computer architecture, data communication, cloud computing, IT project management, information security, networks, and system administration.

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

1. Completion of at least 120 semester credits required in the BS degree; at least 40 credit hours must be upper-division courses.
2. Overall grade point average 2.0 or above with a minimum of 2.5 GPA in all discipline core, specialty core, and elective courses with no grade lower than a "C-."
3. Residency hours: Minimum of 30 credit hours through course attendance at UVU, with at least 10 hours earned in the last 45 hours.
4. Completion of GE and specified departmental requirements. Students are responsible for completing all prerequisite courses.
5. Completion of GE global intercultural requirement. INFO 4050G Global Ethical and Professional Perspectives in IS and IT  satisfies this requirement.  
6. Successful completion of at least one Global/Intercultural course.
7. Successful completion of at least two Writing Enriched (WE) courses.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Program Learning Outcomes

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