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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ FOCUSED Bachelor's Degrees

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ FOCUSED bachelor’s degrees are designed for working adults who want a more efficient, career-focused path to completion.

Fully accredited.
Career-focused.
Designed for working adults.

Earn a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology through a streamlined 30-course pathway built for adults who want to develop technical expertise and prepare for opportunities across today’s technology-driven workforce.


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Why Choose a FOCUSED Information Technology Degree?

A more direct bachelor’s pathway built around technology, professional relevance, and flexibility.

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´â€™s FOCUSED degree structure is designed around efficiency rather than increased intensity. Its reduced-credit structure requires fewer total credits and courses rather than requiring students to complete a traditional 180-credit bachelor’s curriculum at a faster pace.

Fewer Courses

A streamlined 30-course structure designed to create a more efficient bachelor’s pathway.

Professional Field Focus Areas

Focused areas of study connected to cybersecurity, network administration, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Adult Flexibility

Fully online coursework designed for students balancing school, work, family, and life.

Traditional vs. FOCUSED

A bachelor’s pathway redesigned around the needs of modern adult learners.

Traditional Bachelor’s Degree Modern FOCUSED Bachelor’s Degree
180 quarter credits 135 quarter credits
Approximately 40 courses 30 courses
More opportunity to customize your degree through elective coursework Career-specific curriculum with fewer open elective requirements
More room to explore interests and develop complementary skills Coursework concentrated around your major and selected focus area
Designed based on a traditional “four year� college experience Designed for working adult learners

Choose Your Information Technology Focus Area

Build your degree around the area of technology that fits your goals. Explore the courses included in each focus area and examples of related career pathways.

Cybersecurity

Explore digital security concepts, cybercrime, network protection, and information security practices.

Focus Area Courses

  • CI3710 Internet Security
  • CI3715 Cybercrime and Information Systems
  • CI3725 Network Security
  • CI3730 Computer Forensics

Explore Potential Career Pathways

Explore examples of careers related to cybersecurity and learn more from federal career resources.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Help monitor systems, identify vulnerabilities, assess security risks, and protect networks and information.

Information Security Specialist

Support security measures designed to safeguard digital information, systems, networks, and technology infrastructure.

Security Operations Support

Support the monitoring and protection of technology environments and assist with security incidents, controls, and risk mitigation.

Technology Risk Support

Help identify technology vulnerabilities, evaluate security risks, and support strategies designed to reduce organizational exposure.

Network Administration

Study the networks, systems, servers, and infrastructure organizations rely on to operate and communicate.

Focus Area Courses

  • CI3679 Windows Operating System and Server Administration Fundamentals
  • CI3725 Network Security
  • CI4151 Windows Hybrid Server I
  • CI4161 Windows Hybrid Server II

Explore Potential Career Pathways

Explore examples of careers related to networks, systems, and IT infrastructure.

Network Administrator

Install, configure, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot the networks organizations use to connect systems and users.

Systems Administrator

Maintain operating systems, servers, applications, user access, and other technology resources that keep systems available.

Network Support Specialist

Help diagnose network problems, maintain connectivity, and provide technical support for network systems and users.

IT Infrastructure Support

Support servers, operating systems, networks, hardware, and other technology resources used across an organization.

Cloud Computing

Build knowledge in cloud infrastructure, cloud services, and technologies supporting modern organizations.

Focus Area Courses

  • CI3170 Introduction to Cloud Computing
  • CI3171 Cloud Foundations Using AWS
  • CI3172 Cloud Operations Using AWS
  • CI3173 Cloud Solutions Using AWS

Explore Potential Career Pathways

Explore examples of careers related to cloud services, systems, and technology infrastructure.

Cloud Support Associate

Help users and organizations troubleshoot systems, software, services, and other technology operating in cloud-based environments.

Cloud Systems Administrator

Support and administer servers, operating systems, access, applications, and infrastructure across cloud and hybrid environments.

Infrastructure Support

Help maintain the systems, networks, servers, and computing resources organizations depend on for technology operations.

Cloud Operations Support

Support the day-to-day performance, availability, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cloud-based systems and services.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Explore artificial intelligence, data engineering, machine learning, and the technologies supporting AI applications.

Focus Area Courses

  • CI3160 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • CI3161 AI Foundations Using AWS
  • CI3162 Data Engineering Using AWS
  • CI3163 Machine Learning Using AWS

Explore Potential Career Pathways

Explore examples of career areas connected to AI, machine learning, automation, data, and emerging technologies.

AI Technology Support

Support users, systems, and technology teams working with AI-enabled software, services, and emerging technology applications.

Business Automation Support

Help organizations apply technology and automated solutions to business processes, workflows, and operational needs.

Emerging Technology Operations

Support the implementation, operation, testing, and ongoing use of new technologies across organizational environments.

AI Solutions Support

Support technology teams working with AI applications, data, software, and systems designed to address organizational needs.

Generalist Path Option

Candidates may elect to customize their FOCUSED area by selecting courses from any of the FOCUSED course options within the degree program to satisfy the credit requirements. Speak with your advisor to learn more about this optional pathway.

Prefer a broader technology pathway? The Generalist option allows eligible students to build across multiple Information Technology FOCUSED areas rather than selecting one defined concentration.

Career pathways are examples of occupations or occupational areas that may relate to program coursework. Career outcomes vary based on experience, location, employer requirements, and other factors. External career information is provided by O*NET OnLine, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Connect Your IT Learning to Industry Certifications

Select Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ information technology courses incorporate CompTIA and TestOut learning resources designed to build practical skills and support preparation for recognized industry certifications.

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ Course CompTIA Embed Certification
CI1320
Computer Concepts
CertMaster Learn (CML) A+ and Core 2 and Core 1 CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202)
CI2211
Internetworking Fundamentals
CML Network+ CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)
CI2440
Introduction to Computer Security
CML Security+ and CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) TestOut Security Pro v8
CI3010
Linux
CML Linux+ and CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-006) TestOut Linux Pro v6
CI3160
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
CompTIA AI Fundamentals No certification
CI3170
Introduction to Cloud Computing
CML Cloud+ CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-004)
CI4151
Windows Hybrid Server I
LabSim Hybrid Server Pro: Core TestOut Hybrid Server Pro: Core
Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800)
CI4161
Windows Hybrid Server II
LabSim Hybrid Server Pro: Advanced TestOut Hybrid Server Pro: Advanced
Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-801)
CI4297
Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices
CompTIA Cisco Networking Pro Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 200-301

CompTIA Certification Prep


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Frequently Asked Questions About the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED

Learn more about Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´â€™s reduced-credit Information Technology bachelor’s degree and how the FOCUSED pathway is designed for adult learners.

Is the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED a bachelor’s degree?

Yes. The program awards a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´. Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´ is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Is the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED a three-year bachelor’s degree?

The BS Information Technology – FOCUSED is a 135-quarter-credit, 30-course bachelor’s degree pathway intended to allow a full-time student to complete the program in approximately three years. Actual completion time may vary based on course load, transfer credits, and other factors.

How is the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED different from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´â€™s traditional bachelor’s degree structure?

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµÈë¿ÚÔÚÏß¹Û¿´â€™s traditional bachelor’s structure generally requires 180 quarter credits and approximately 40 courses. The BS Information Technology – FOCUSED requires 135 quarter credits and 30 courses, with reduced open electives and greater emphasis on career-connected technology focus areas.

Is the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED an accelerated degree?

The program is designed around efficiency rather than increased intensity. Its reduced-credit structure requires fewer total credits and courses rather than requiring students to complete a traditional 180-credit bachelor’s curriculum at a faster pace.

What focus areas are available in the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED program?

Students may choose from focus areas in Cybersecurity, Network Administration, Cloud Computing, and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Can the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED help prepare students for IT certifications?

Select coursework may help students prepare for industry certifications and credentials from organizations including CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, and TestOut. Certification requirements and eligibility vary by certification.

Is the BS Information Technology – FOCUSED online?

Yes. The BS Information Technology – FOCUSED is offered 100% online and is designed for adults balancing education with work, family, and other responsibilities.

Important Information

  • Some employers may evaluate this reduced-credit bachelor’s degree differently than a traditional 180-credit bachelor’s degree.
  • This program may not satisfy admission requirements for some graduate degree programs.
  • Students may change programs prior to completion but may not convert this degree to a traditional 180-credit bachelor’s degree after graduation.
  • This program is not available in all states.

Course Listing (135 Credits)

Major Core (55.5)

CI1320 – Computer Concepts 4.5
CI1420 – Principles of Programming 4.5
CI2011 – Introduction to Database 4.5
CI2211 – Internetworking Fundamentals 4.5
CI2440 – Introduction to Computer Security 4.5
CI3010 – Linux 4.5
CI3070 – Human-Computer Interaction – User Centered Design 4.5
CI3140 – Systems Architecture 4.5
CI3155 – Computer Ethics 4.5
CI4220 – Project Management 4.5
CI4221 – Systems Analysis and Design 4.5
CI4223 – Integrative Systems Project 6

Support Core (4.5)

MT1050 Introduction to Business                                 4.5

Must Select One Focus Area or “Generalist” option.

Focus in Cybersecurity

  • CI3710 Internet Security 4.5
  • CI3715 Cybercrime and Information Systems 4.5
  • CI3725 Network Security 4.5
  • CI3730 Computer Forensics 4.5

Focus in Network Administration

  • CI3679 Windows Operating System and Server Administration Fundamentals 4.5
  • CI3725 Network Security 4.5
  • CI4151 Windows Hybrid Server I 4.5
  • CI4161 Windows Hybrid Server II 4.5

Focus in Cloud Computing 

  • CI3170 Introduction to Cloud Computing 4.5
  • CI3171 Cloud Foundations Using AWS 4.5
  • CI3172 Cloud Operations Using AWS 4.5
  • CI3173 Cloud Solutions Using AWS 4.5

Focus in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 

  • CI3160 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 4.5
  • CI3161 AI Foundations Using AWS 4.5
  • CI3162 Data Engineering Using AWS 4.5
  • CI3163 Machine Learning Using AWS 4.5

Generalist Option

  • Choose any four CI3000+ courses – must total 18 credit hours.

 

General Education (31.5) Available for Block Transfer
Communications

EN1150 – Composition I

Science

SC – Science Elective

Humanities

HU2000 – Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Behavioral/Social Science

Behavioral/Social Science Elective

General Education

General Education Elective

General Education (25.5) Course-by-Course Transfer
Communications

EN1300 – Composition II

EN2100 – Speech OR
EN2150 – Interpersonal Professional Communication

EN3070 – Advanced Research and Writing

Mathematics

MA2000 – Quantitative Reasoning
MA3000 – Business Statistics

General Education

CS2080 – Career Management

Course availability is subject to minimum class size requirements.

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Important Information

  • Some employers may evaluate this reduced-credit bachelor’s degree differently than a traditional 180-credit bachelor’s degree.
  • This program may not satisfy admission requirements for some graduate degree programs.
  • Students may change programs prior to completion but may not convert this degree to a traditional 180-credit bachelor’s degree after graduation.
  • This program is not available in all states.