Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Objective

The objective of this program is to provide students with a combination of knowledge, hands-on experience, and application of theory to information technology. The program keeps pace with changing technology and related business practices by offering courses in areas such as systems analysis, Web applications, several programming languages, and graphical user interface design. The curriculum emphasizes quantitative and communications skills as well as providing a foundation in business environments. Upon graduation, students will receive the degree Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

Graduates of this program will qualify for employment as entry-level computer software applications engineers, computer and information systems managers, computer systems analysts, network systems professionals, and computer systems software engineers.

Length of Program

The program typically takes four years consisting of 12 semesters, each including two 8–week terms. The minimum time to complete the program is 48 months (192 weeks, 16 break weeks). Students must complete the associate’s degree plus a minimum of 55.0 credit hours, for a total of 123 credit hours. The complete program consists of approximately 2115 hours, which is comprised of 1575 hours of theory and 540 hours of laboratory.

Requirements

Application is open to people who have earned Missouri Tech’s Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology degree or the equivalent.

Semester Start Dates

Classes begin every 8 weeks.

Learning Resource System Hours

Monday through Thursday,

8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.,

Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and

Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Our Mission

Missouri Tech is an accredited† private college that emphasizes computer science, electronics, and related areas of study. Our mission is to prepare students for careers in these fields by providing a superior learning environment that combines textbook theory with practical experience. This combination develops in our students the motivation, attitude, and self-confidence to succeed.

Our Vision

Our vision is to provide a top-quality, affordable, education and to give students who have a genuine interest in computer science and electronics the opportunity to succeed. To ensure the success of our students, the instructors and staff of Missouri Tech emphasize the following Five A’s:

• Academics (Knowledge & Critical Thinking)
• Attendance (Responsibility)
• Attitude (Engineering Attitude = Can Do)
• Appearance (Presence & Confidence)
• Ambition (Drive to Succeed)

Applying the principles of the 5-As, students gain the ability and confidence to analyze and solve technical problems.The commitment of the instructors and staff of Missouri Tech to the Five A’s is reflected in the quality of our academic programs and in the success of our graduates.

Our Memberships

Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges Certified to Operate by the Missouri Coordinating Board of Higher Education Approved by the Missouri Department of Veterans Education and the Missouri Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Approved for the Workforce Investment Act Missouri Tech is a Military Friendly School Member of

• Saint Charles, Missouri, Chamber of Commerce
• Association of Veterans Education Certifying Officials
• Missouri Association of Private Career Colleges and Schools
• Association of Information Technology Professionals
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
• The Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society
• Computer Security Institute
• Career College Association
• American Council on Education
• Missouri Vocational Association
• Missouri Association of Student Financial Aid Professionals
• St. Louis Regional Library Network
• Microsoft IT Academy Program Member

Missouri Tech is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).