Overview
Mission Statement
The Computer Science and Technology Department is dedicated to a curriculum of academic excellence that encourages the development of ethical technology professionals who benefit society. The department serves the entire college community by providing sound instruction in computer technology.
The information technology and systems (IT&S) major gives students the skills to apply computer and network concepts to solve many technical problems for individuals, organizations, and businesses. Students will study the theory and applications of databases, web design, computer programming, networks, operating systems, and information science. Students will learn to identify and evaluate current and emerging technologies and assess their applicability to the users’ needs. The liberal arts environment at the University of Jamestown allows students with an aptitude for technology to take courses in areas of individual interest: music, communication, art, psychology, etc.
Computer and Internet Facilities
The Computer Science and Technology Department is housed on the second floor of the Unruh-Sheldon Center for Business and Computer Science. The smart lab and three classroom labs provide students with a modern facility to learn, question, discuss, and analyze the theory and application of computer and information technology.
Requirements
Core Courses
Twelve upper-division credits with a CS, DIG, or TECH designation. UJ Accelerated technology courses will be accepted as electives with approval from the advisor.
Plus 3 cross-disciplinary courses:
Cross-disciplinary track of nine credits of non-CS, DIG, or TECH-designated courses. Previously approved tracks can be obtained from an advisor or department chair. Any new track requests must include courses from two different disciplines and be approved by the advisor and department chair. Once a track has been approved, the entire track must be completed.
Example tracks:
- MIS Track: ACCT 201 (Accounting 1), ACCT 202 (Accounting 2), BUSN 221 (Business Management).
- Working with people Track: COMM 318 (Computer-Mediated Communication), PSYC 315 (Social Psychology), COMM 312 (Writing in the Professions).
Total Credit Hours: 57