The core knowledge in the program includes programming, application development, Web design, systems analysis and design, human computer interaction, interactive digital media, database principles, data driven web development, project management, integrating information technologies, decision support & organizational intelligence, and foundations of information assurance.  Senior capstone is the last core course students take in the program.  In this course students (normally in teams of three to five members) will analyze, design, develop, implement, and assess an information system based on their accumulated knowledge throughout the IT program.

The IT program is designed to produce graduates with a diversified set of skills, roles, and experiences. It is appropriate to refer to IT graduates as “versatilists.” A career in information technology requires a person with the ability to react expeditiously to the dynamic nature of technology. A versatilist can synthesize knowledge and context in order to respond rapidly to forces, changes, and opportunities.

The IT Curriculum

Candidates for the baccalaureate degree in IT must complete all graduation requirements as outlined in the Macon State College Academic Catalog. Students pursuing the bachelor of science degree in Information Technology must complete the following:

1) Areas A through E (As listed in the Academic catalog)

2) Area F of the IT program (18 hours)

3) IT Core Curriculum (30 hours)

4) Concentrations/Electives (30 hours)