Information Technology

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Game and Simulation Programming

computer game programmer
software application developer
system administration

Information Assurance and Cyber Security

information assurance analyst
cyber security specialist
information security specialist

Information Technology:
Network Specialist Concentration

network architects or engineers
information systems administrators
network administrators or analysts

Software Development & Information Management

systems administrators or analysts
operating systems programmers/analysts
software development engineers

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Information Technology:
Technical Support Technology Emphasis

network specialists
network technicians
systems administrators

Related Majors

Digital Media & Marketing

Related Minors

A baccalaureate (Bachelor of Science [B.S.]) student may earn up to two minors
A student may not enroll in a minor within the same discipline as the declared major

Learn how to prevent cyberattacks, design software and websites, create simulations, and set up and maintain networks in our specialized IT labs.

Employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to grow 6% through 2027, about as fast as the average for all occupations. (source)

$81,100

The median annual wage for network and computer systems administrators in May 2017. (source)

Learn Technology
The technology component prepares you with a general knowledge of computers and computer applications, and provides you with an understanding of specific systems and applications.

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Patrick Butler, Information Technology

Student Videos

Watch Software Designer Tom Giannattasio video Watch Information Technology with Travis video Watch Information Technology with Evan video Watch Information Technology with Michael video Watch IT Systems Analyst Brandon Howe video Watch Your Future in Cyber Security video

Faculty Videos

Watch Protecting Identity in the 21st Century video Watch My Last Words: Jacob Miller video

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Laptop Requirements

Students enrolling in an information technology major must have a laptop. View the laptop requirements.

Penn State Computer Store

As a Penn College student, you are eligible for Penn College hardware/software discounts and to purchase hardware/software through the Penn State Computer Store.