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Marymount's information technology (IT) program offers a solid foundation of knowledge across the system life cycle — defining requirements, developing software, administering and securing a computer network, and successfully managing IT projects. The curriculum addresses hardware, software, databases, networks, security, quality assurance, and project management. Students will focus in one of the following specialization areas: Applied IT Computer Science Data Science Forensic Computing Health Information Technology Information Systems Interactive Media Networking and Cybersecurity Upon successful completion of the information technology program, students will be able to: function as IT professionals using a broad knowledge of IT to successfully analyze problems and implement IT solutions to these problems both in an internship and in a job after graduation; apply specific skills in a segment of the information technology field (such as software testing or cybersecurity) allowing students to compete successfully for internships and entry-level jobs and to work effectively in these areas; demonstrate proficiency in at least one programming language, but be able to learn additional programming languages based on a knowledge of programming principles, and participate in programming competitions; demonstrate proficiency in a variety of skills such as computer repair, computer networking, database design, and cybersecurity through a combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experiences sufficient to obtain industry certifications; conduct a capstone project that includes research in a an aspect of information technology (hardware, software, data, or cybersecurity) and apply that research to a current information technology concern for businesses or society in general; compose and construct written documents and give presentations articulating business IT needs, identifying solutions, and considering decision implications, with arguments backed by data; work successfully in a team environment both as a team leader and as a participant of a team, and communicate effectively with team members who do not have a technical background; conduct themselves as responsible professionals and global citizens who are aware of ethical issues and societal needs and who can determine the most ethical response to common dilemmas in the field; and possess the knowledge and skills required to pursue life-long learning, including advanced degrees in areas relating to information technology and to adapt to an ever-changing, global technological and business environment.
