Information Technology, Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) is the study of systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to enable users to accomplish their personal, organizational, and societal goals. The IT graduate is a collaborative problem solver, skilled practitioner, or applied research investigator who enjoys getting technology to work effectively and meet user needs in a variety of settings. IT graduates work collaboratively to integrate new technologies in the workplace and community and ensure a superior and productive experience for the user and all the organization’s functions.
B.S. in Information Technology Program Educational Objectives
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program will prepare students to:
- Integrate a foundational knowledge of all areas of information technology.
- Apply fundamental principles and practices of information technology.
- Apply critical and ethical thinking to solve problems in information technology.
- Evaluate data to inform decisions and solve problems in information technology.
- Create the ability to develop and express ideas while applying a variety of delivery models, genres, and styles.
- Collaborate effectively on diverse teams to accomplish a common goal.
City University of Seattle's undergraduate admission requirements, found under Admissions in the catalog menu, apply to this program.
Total Required Credits (180 Credits)
*This program requires MATH 151 (Calculus) or higher.
Preparatory Course (15 Credits)
| IS 201 | Fundamentals of Computing | 5 |
| CS 132 | Computer Science I | 5 |
| CS 251 | Statistical Computing (QSR for select programs/NS) | 5 |
Core Requirements (45 Credits)
Information Technology (30 Credits)
Upper Division Electives (10 credits)
Choose two classes from the list below.
| IS 456 | Database Systems Management | 5 |
| IS 457 | Enterprise Systems | 5 |
| CS 476 | Data Analysis and Presentation | 5 |
| CS 479 | Data Mining and Machine Learning | 5 |
| CS 481 | Network Security | 5 |
| CS 487 | Data Security | 5 |
| CS 493 | Technology and Computing Internship | 5 |
Capstone (5 Credits)
| CS 497 | Technology and Computing Capstone | 5 |