Purpose of Program

(Not open to CS, IT, and Engineering Majors)

For the technical company, the term “computer literacy” refers to some minimum level of competence that any entry-level technical professional should have with respect to computer applications. If one is to be truly computer literate, one must be able to recognize problems for which computer solutions are appropriate. The following, then, are among the goals of a curriculum designed to develop basic technological literacy:

• The ability to use modern operating systems and an understanding of the concepts underlying modern networks and communication systems
• The ability to use basic computing applications such as word processors, spreadsheets, database management systems, and presentation software
• The ability to use information retrieval tools to gain access to information resources found on electronic networks
• The ability to understand basic programming and data base concepts

What is the procedure for declaring a minor in IT?

You will need to pick up/ download the Change/ Declaration of Academic Program form, have an advisor sign it and drop it off at one of the Applied Information Technology department offices.  You may download the forms and find advisor schedules and departmental contact information by clicking the links.