This is an unofficial description for this program. For official information check the Academic Catalog.
Program Rationale:
Toward the goal of preparing information technology (IT) practitioners for the 21st century, the MS CIT program integrates disciplines of the IT field, including computer science, and networking and telecommunications, providing the student with both breadth and depth of knowledge and skill-based expertise in this field.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Students in the program are expected to demonstrate:
- theoretical and conceptual mastery of a broad base of computer science, and networking and telecommunications skills required for successful careers in the IT field;
- application-based mastery of a broad base of computer science and/or networking and telecommunications skills required for successful careers in the IT field; and
- the ability to conduct and present applied research through a research team project.
Admission Requirements:
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. Applicants must also have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.70 on a 4.00 point scale (where A is 4.00), or its equivalent, and good standing (3.00 GPA) in all post-baccalaureate course work. Applicants must submit a graduate application along with official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended to the Graduate Recruitment and Admissions.
Additional Materials Required:
Applicants must submit a resume and two letters of recommendation to be used in reviewing CIT-related work. At least one letter of recommendation must come from an individual who can attest to the applicant’s work experience; the second letter may be from an individual who can attest to the applicant’s academic ability and commitment. Instructions for uploading the resume and for obtaining and submitting the recommendation letters will be found within the graduate online application.
Contact: 860-832-2710
Course and Capstone Requirements
Common Core Courses
CS 500 Computer Science for Computer Information Technology 3 Credits
CET 501 Applied Networking Technology I 3 Credits
and either
CS 501 Foundations of Computer Science 3 Credits
or
Students select from one of two specializations- Computer Science or Networking and Telecommunications Technology.
Specialization 1- Computer Science
Core Courses:
Electives:
Students select 15--18 credits of electives with advisor. These elective courses can be any combination of 500-level CS courses numbered from CS 505 to CS 594 and the 400-level CS courses listed below. A maximum of 9 credits at the 400-level can be applied. All 400-level credits require the prior permission of advisor.
CS 407 Advanced Topics in Computer Science 1-3 Credits
CS 409 Advanced CS Topics in Cybersecurity 3 Credits
CS 423 Computer Graphics 3 Credits
CS 460 Database Concepts 3 Credits
CS 462 Artificial Intelligence 3 Credits
CS 464 Programming Languages 3 Credits
CS 481 Operating Systems Design 3 Credits
CS 490 Computer Communications Networks & Distributed Processing 3 Credits
Capstone
Students may register for the Special Project (Plan C) course upon completion of core requirements and at least three specialization courses.
Specialization 2- Networking and Telecommunications Technology
Core Courses:
Electives:
CET 402 Topics in Computer Electronics Technology 1-3 Credits
CET 405 Applied Topics in Computer Electronics Technology 3 Credits
CET 407 IT Topics in Cybersecurity 3 Credits
CET 443 Electronic Communications 3 Credits
CET 449 Advanced Networking 3 Credits
CET 453 Microcomputers 3 Credits
CET 479 Network Administration 3 Credits
CET 507 Advanced Topics in IT Cybersecurity 3 Credits
CET 513 Computer Applications for the Professional 3 Credits
CET 533 Digital Transmission in Telecommunications 3 Credits
CET 543 Telecommunications Systems 3 Credits
CET 549 Health Information Network 3 Credits
CET 568 Applied Blockchain Technology 3 Credits
CET 569 Network Security Management 3 Credits
CET 589 Web Services and Security 3 Credits
CET 596 Technological Problems and Issues 1-3 Credits
TM 500 Product Life Cycle Management 3 Credits
TM 551 Project Management 3 Credits
Capstone
Students may select either Special Project (Plan C) or Comprehensive Exam (Plan B).
Students selecting plan C may register for the Special Project course upon completion of core requirements and at least three specialization courses.
Total Credit Hours: 33
Note: A maximum of 6 credits at the 400-level is allowed with prior permission of advisor.