Computer Information Technology M.S.
Program Rationale:
Toward the goal of preparing information technology (IT) practitioners for the 21st century, the MS CIT program integrates multiple disciplines of the IT field, including computer science, management information systems, 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, management information systems, and networking and telecommunications skills required for successful careers in the IT field;
- application-based mastery of a broad base of computer science, management information systems, and 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. All additional materials should be sent to the MS-CIT Director’s office, Maria Sanford Hall, Room 303, Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT 06050.
Contact: 860-832-2710
Course and Capstone Requirements
Core Courses
| CS 501 | Foundations of Computer Science | 3 |
| CS 502 | Computing and Communications Technology | 3 |
| MIS 501 | Managing the IT Value Proposition | 3 |
| MIS 502 | Business Payoff of Information Technology & Systems | 3 |
| CET 501 | Applied Networking Technology I | 3 |
| CET 502 | Applied Networking Technology II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |
Specialization
Students select 12 credits from one of two specializations - Computer Science or Networking and Telecommunications Technology, in consultation with an advisor.
Specialization 1 - Computer Science electives:
| CS 407 | Advanced Topics in Computer Science | 1 TO 3 |
| CS 423 | Computer Graphics | 3 |
| CS 460 | Database Concepts | 3 |
| CS 462 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| CS 463 | Algorithms | 3 |
| CS 464 | Programming Languages | 3 |
| CS 481 | Operating Systems Design | 3 |
| CS 490 | Computer Communications Networks & Distributed Processing | 3 |
| CS 492 | Computer Security | 3 |
| CS 530 | Advanced Software Engineering | 3 |
| CS 550 | Topics in Human-Computer Interaction | 3 |
| CS 570 | Topics in Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| CS 580 | Topics in Database Systems and Applications | 3 |
| CS 590 | Topics in High Performance Computing and Communications | 3 |
Specialization 2 - Networking and Telecommunications Technology
Electives (Computer Electronics and Graphics Technology Department):
| CET 402 | Topics in Computer Electronics Technology | 1 TO 3 |
| CET 405 | Applied Topics in Computer Electronics Technology | 3 |
| CET 443 | Electronic Communications | 3 |
| CET 449 | Advanced Networking | 3 |
| CET 453 | Microcomputers | 3 |
| CET 479 | Network Administration | 3 |
| CET 513 | Computer Applications for the Professional | 3 |
| CET 533 | Digital Transmission in Telecommunications | 3 |
| CET 543 | Telecommunications Systems | 3 |
| CET 559 | Applied Network Security | 3 |
| CET 596 | Technological Problems and Issues | 1 TO 3 |
| TM 500 | Product Life Cycle Management | 3 |
| TM 510 | Industrial Operations Management | 3 |
| TM 551 | Project Management | 3 |
| TM 561 | Application of Lean Principles | 3 |
| TM 572 | Innovative Leadership | 3 |
| TM 594 | Research in Methods Technology | 3 |
Students specializing in either area may take a limited number of Management Information Systems graduate courses, with permission of their advisors, which will count toward their specialization credits:
| MIS 510 | Managing Data Communications & Networking | 3 |
| MIS 515 | Data Management | 3 |
| MIS 550 | Information Technology Policy and Strategy | 3 |
| MIS 561 | International Management Information Systems | 3 |
| MIS 565 | Information Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| MIS 569 | Current Topics in Management Information Systems | 3 |
Capstone
Students may register for the Special Project (Plan C) course upon completion of core requirements and at least three specialization courses.
| CIT 595 | Capstone in Computer Information Technology | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 33
Total Credit Hours: 33
Note: A maximum of 6 credits at the 400-level is allowed with prior permission of advisor.