Bachelor of Science
Information technology
Rewire business operations
Why study Information Technology? Todd A. Whittaker, M.S. Program Chair Information Technology
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Building on your existing IT knowledge, this major teaches you how to integrate systems, servers, networks, storage, application, and security to create robust, resilient , and scalable technical infrastructure.
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Technology has truly revolutionized the business world, driving the need for competent information technology professionals. With Franklin University’s Information Technology Major, you can play an essential role in a business environment by designing and implementing mission-critical infrastructure, security, and servers. Designed as a completion major to maximize your prior learning, you can transfer your technical school credits from your previously completed college courses, certifications, and licensures and finish your degree in less time than you thought. Our curriculum will help you develop the expertise needed to technically assist across many organizational levels and maintain the technology demands of progressive businesses today – and into the future.
Job prospects in the IT field are excellent, and are only getting better. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of IT professionals is expected to grow 17% by 2018, fueled by new applications of technology in the workplace. Therefore, if you want to acquire a versatile skill set that focuses on supporting business operations rather than writing software, this major will prepare you to tackle a wide range of technical issues.
Career opportunities may include • Help Desk Technical Specialist
• Network Administrator
• Information Technologist
• Systems Administrator
• IT Support Generalist
• Web Security Administrator
What expertise will you gain? As a Franklin student, you will experience a full spectrum of courses that help you develop the well-rounded skills and perspective that lay a foundation for lifelong learning and enduring career success. General Education courses will enrich your professional effectiveness as you improve your skills in writing, communication, critical thinking, principles and ethics, and diversity – abilities that employers across all industries value in graduates. The Major Area coursework is comprehensive and immediately applicable. To further refine your knowledge, you will take a series of information technology courses, and then choose to specialize in one of three areas: Systems Administration, Information Security, or Infrastructure Management.
Program Outcomes • Learn to administer Microsoft- and UNIXbased servers • Plan, implement, and manage robust enterprise information systems • Research, document, and implement information systems security measures • Design and administer small to mid-size networks • Practice effective systems administration and scripting techniques
General Education
Information Technology area
ISEC 300
Principles of Information Security
ITEC 275
Computer Networks: Switching, Routing, & WANs
ITEC 400
UNIX Administration
ITEC 430
Information Technology Project Management
ITEC 495
Information Technology Capstone
MIS 310
Information Systems Architecture & Technology
MIS 320
Technical Communication
Major Area
Specializations
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION ITEC 350
Windows Administration
ITEC 450
Database Administration
ISEC 325
Network Security
ISEC 425
Business Continuity & Operations Security
ITEC 325
Data Center Design & Administration
ITEC 425
Information Storage Management
INFORMATION SECURITY
INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT
University Electives
Consult the Academic Bulletin for complete information on degree requirements.
Why choose Franklin University? Fully accredited and nonprofit, Franklin University has offered programs designed especially for adult learners for more than 100 years. Today, more than 11,000 students from across the country and around the world choose Franklin each year.
Gain knowledge employers need
Save tuition dollars
Each major is designed with the input of industry experts to ensure you gain relevant knowledge. Our students and graduates are known for bringing fresh thinking to the workplace. In fact, in the last year alone, 1/3 of our students earned job promotions prior to graduating. What’s more, thousands of our students and graduates are employed by the nation’s top Fortune 100 companies.
With highly competitive tuition rates that are below the national average, Franklin helps you invest in your future by keeping your education affordable. We also offer tuition assistance and payment options to fit your needs. In fact, in 2009 alone, Franklin students received more than $15 million in scholarships and grants.
Maximize previously earned credits
Take classes that work around your schedule
Community and technical college students can finish a bachelor’s degree faster by transferring up to 84 semester hours or 126 quarter hours into Franklin University. With such a seamless transfer process, it’s easy to see why 90% of Franklin students transfer credits from other schools.
If you’re like most Franklin students, you want an education that works around your schedule and offers different learning options. That’s why our courses are offered in 6-, 12-, and 15-week schedules and can be taken on campus at numerous locations, online, or a combination of both.
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