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There are two options for Associate degree majors. One leads to a job, while the other can lead to a job or a bachelor's degree on the Oxford campus.
The first major, Computer & Information Technology (CIT), is for those that are interested in an intensive, technical IT associate degree program that is enhanced by core liberal education courses leading immediately to a job. There are two concentrations, they are in Software Development & Support, and Networking.
The second major, Computer Technology (CT), is for those that are interested in an associate degree program that contains the foundation of computing, enhanced by Miami's liberal education core that leads to a job or a bachelor's degree. Graduates of this associate degree program can find employment immediately after graduation, or continue at the Oxford campus with junior standing to complete their Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering degree.
In a field as broad as Information Technology, it pays to give yourself an edge, a distinct and impressive difference that lifts you above the rest. Miami's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology does just that, it is offered only at the regional locations in Hamilton, Middletown, and West Chester. The bachelor of Science in Information Technology features two great majors.
The first major, Health Information Technology (HIT), is more defined and uniquely tailored to the demands of the booming field of electronic record keeping in the healthcare industry.
The second more specialized major, Information Technology (IT), allows you to create and build a unique IT pathway based on your ultimate career goals and/or plans for graduate studies - you own "Custom fIT" (CIT) degree program.
The program in Health Information Technology (HIT) addresses the technology and processes used by health care providers and related organizations.
You will be prepared for jobs that integrate healthcare and technology in the evolving and fast-growing U.S. healthcare system, gaining applied technological skills to solve problems and manage information.
This program allows you to create and build a unique IT pathway based on your ultimate career goals and/or plans for graduate studies.
Years 1 and 2 introduce the fundamentals of IT. In years 3 and 4 you will develop your specialization through a set of courses and electives, a faculty-guided research or individual project, and a year-long capstone.
If you wish to earn an associate degree at the regional campuses and ultimately obtain a bachelor's degree in one of three computing programs that can be completed at the Oxford campus, this major is for you. You can complete an A.A.S. by taking approximately half of the courses for a bachelor's degree in one of the following majors: Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering. After earning the A.A.S. you may relocate to the Oxford campus and continue with junior standing.
Computer and Information Technology focuses on the development and support of computing systems. The Computer and Information Technology (Career Option) major allows the choice of one of two concentrations that are essential to computing: Networking and Software Development.
In alignment with the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, graduates of our program can:
It is extremely important to talk with your advisor each semester to ensure you are making progress towards your degree.
Each student's college journey is different, based on the individual's experiences, expectations, and life outside the classroom. The Office of >Career Services and Professional Development is open to help students create a plan that supports the development of professional skills to connect them to career opportunities.
The Technology Services Departments work to bring innovation to the campuses and support students, staff, faculty, and the community in the use of technology.
