Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
This has all the subfields within “Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services”. This field is for “Instructional programs that focus on the computer and information sciences and prepare individuals for various occupations in information technology and computer operations fields.”
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Computer and Information Sciences, General
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 345 | 5750 |
| Bachelors | 618 | 25561 |
| Certificate | 397 | 9068 |
| Doctorate | 86 | 773 |
| Masters | 209 | 10423 |
Artificial Intelligence
A program that focuses on the symbolic inference, representation, and simulation by computers and software of human learning and reasoning processes and capabilities, and the computer modeling of human motor control and motion. Includes instruction in computing theory, cybernetics, human factors, natural language processing, and applicable aspects of engineering, technology, and specific end-use applications.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 5 | 7 |
| Bachelors | 11 | 104 |
| Certificate | 35 | 79 |
| Doctorate | 5 | 37 |
| Masters | 36 | 484 |
Information Technology
A program that focuses on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. Includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 358 | 5942 |
| Bachelors | 342 | 13110 |
| Certificate | 385 | 7105 |
| Doctorate | 13 | 134 |
| Masters | 133 | 6410 |
Informatics
A program that focuses on computer systems from a user-centered perspective and studies the structure, behavior and interactions of natural and artificial systems that store, process and communicate information. Includes instruction in information sciences, human computer interaction, information system analysis and design, telecommunications structure and information architecture and management.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 3 | 82 |
| Bachelors | 45 | 1369 |
| Certificate | 30 | 125 |
| Doctorate | 10 | 57 |
| Masters | 33 | 1018 |
Human-Centered Technology Design
A program that focuses on incorporating a human perspective into designing, researching, and creating technological interfaces. Includes instruction in design, human-computer interaction, learning, neuroscience, perception, product design, user-centered design, and usability.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelors | 4 | 57 |
| Certificate | 3 | 3 |
| Doctorate | 1 | 2 |
| Masters | 2 | 78 |
Computer and Information Sciences, Other
Any instructional program in computer science not listed above.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 9 | 125 |
| Bachelors | 51 | 1067 |
| Certificate | 29 | 188 |
| Doctorate | 5 | 9 |
| Masters | 25 | 393 |
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
A program that focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction in software design, low- and high-level languages and program writing; program customization and linking; prototype testing; troubleshooting; and related aspects of operating systems and networks.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 295 | 3086 |
| Bachelors | 65 | 1997 |
| Certificate | 414 | 4505 |
| Masters | 13 | 236 |
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
A program that prepares individuals to apply the knowledge and skills of general computer programming to the solution of specific operational problems and customization requirements presented by individual software users and organizational users. Includes training in specific types of software and its installation and maintenance.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 82 | 601 |
| Bachelors | 18 | 284 |
| Certificate | 165 | 1378 |
| Masters | 3 | 86 |
Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification
A program that prepares individuals to fulfill the requirements set by vendors for professional qualification as certified installation, customization, and maintenance engineers for specific software products and/or processes. Includes training in specific vendor-supported software products and their installation and maintenance.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 2 | 10 |
| Bachelors | 1 | 0 |
| Certificate | 37 | 259 |
Computer Game Programming
A program that prepares individuals to apply the knowledge and skills of design and computer programming to the development of computer games. Includes training in character and story development, computer programming, computer graphics, game design, game physics, human-computer interaction, human-centered design, and usability.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 6 | 32 |
| Bachelors | 15 | 175 |
| Certificate | 6 | 4 |
| Masters | 1 | 0 |
Computer Programming, Specific Platforms
A program that prepares individuals to design, develop, and implement software-based solutions for specific business and consumer platforms including industrial, game, mobile, tactile, and web platforms. Includes instruction in computer programming, computer hardware, data structures, database theory, maintenance, operating systems, project management, software development, and systems analysis.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 1 | 10 |
| Bachelors | 2 | 3 |
| Certificate | 9 | 114 |
| Masters | 1 | 0 |
Computer Programming, Other
Any instructional program in computer programming not listed above.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 8 | 38 |
| Bachelors | 6 | 21 |
| Certificate | 17 | 24 |
| Masters | 2 | 51 |
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
A program that prepares individuals to master and use computer software programs and applications for inputting, verifying, organizing, storing, retrieving, transforming (changing, updating, and deleting), and extracting information. Includes instruction in using various operating system configurations and in types of data entry such as word processing, spreadsheets, calculators, management programs, design programs, database programs, and research programs.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 73 | 783 |
| Bachelors | 11 | 181 |
| Certificate | 118 | 740 |
| Doctorate | 2 | 2 |
| Masters | 7 | 272 |
Information Science/Studies
A program that focuses on the theory, organization, and process of information collection, transmission, and utilization in traditional and electronic forms. Includes instruction in information classification and organization; information storage and processing; transmission, transfer, and signaling; communications and networking; systems planning and design; human interfacing and use analysis; database development; information policy analysis; and related aspects of hardware, software, economics, social factors, and capacity.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 97 | 986 |
| Bachelors | 275 | 9330 |
| Certificate | 173 | 898 |
| Doctorate | 33 | 183 |
| Masters | 167 | 5830 |
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
A program that prepares individuals to apply programming and systems analysis principles to the selection, implementation, and troubleshooting of customized computer and software installations across the life cycle. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software; compilation, composition, execution, and operating systems; low- and high-level languages and language programming; programming and debugging techniques; installation and maintenance testing and documentation; process and data flow analysis; user needs analysis and documentation; cost-benefit analysis; and specification design.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 29 | 99 |
| Bachelors | 50 | 936 |
| Certificate | 63 | 622 |
| Doctorate | 1 | 2 |
| Masters | 13 | 557 |
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
A program that generally prepares individuals to perform basic data and text entry using standard and customized software products. Includes instruction in keyboarding skills, personal computer and work station operation, reading draft texts and raw data forms, audio and tape dictation, and various interactive software programs used for tasks such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and others.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 52 | 148 |
| Certificate | 129 | 327 |
Word Processing
A program that prepares individuals to perform text typing, table construction, and document formatting tasks on personal computers at a high rate of accuracy and proficiency. Includes instruction in keyboarding skills, word processor operation, textual draft interpretation, audio and tape dictation, and specific word processing program software.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 1 | 0 |
| Certificate | 11 | 21 |
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, Other
Any instructional program in data entry/microcomputer applications not listed above.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 1 | 1 |
| Certificate | 4 | 1 |
Computer Science
A program that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming, and applications to a variety of end-use situations.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 288 | 4457 |
| Bachelors | 724 | 40331 |
| Certificate | 109 | 694 |
| Doctorate | 124 | 1448 |
| Masters | 281 | 12066 |
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
A program that prepares individuals to apply HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, graphics applications, and other authoring tools to the design, editing, and publishing (launching) of documents, images, graphics, sound, and multimedia products on the World Wide Web. Includes instruction in Internet theory, web page standards and policies, elements of web page design, user interfaces, vector tools, special effects, interactive and multimedia components, search engines, navigation, morphing, e-commerce tools, and emerging web technologies.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 250 | 1297 |
| Bachelors | 106 | 1099 |
| Certificate | 466 | 2433 |
| Doctorate | 2 | 0 |
| Masters | 18 | 451 |
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
A program that prepares individuals to design and manage the construction of databases and related software programs and applications, including the linking of individual data sets to create complex searchable databases (warehousing) and the use of analytical search tools (mining). Includes instruction in database theory, logic, and semantics; operational and warehouse modeling; dimensionality; attributes and hierarchies; data definition; technical architecture; access and security design; integration; formatting and extraction; data delivery; index design; implementation problems; planning and budgeting; and client and networking issues.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 47 | 125 |
| Bachelors | 24 | 486 |
| Certificate | 118 | 618 |
| Masters | 34 | 2219 |
Computer Graphics
A program that focuses on the software, hardware, and mathematical tools used to represent, display, and manipulate topological, two-, and three-dimensional objects on a computer screen and that prepares individuals to function as computer graphics specialists. Includes instruction in graphics software and systems; digital multimedia; graphic design; graphics devices, processors, and standards; attributes and transformations; projections; surface identification and rendering; color theory and application; and applicable geometry and algorithms.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 75 | 577 |
| Bachelors | 42 | 1121 |
| Certificate | 103 | 1049 |
| Doctorate | 1 | 0 |
| Masters | 10 | 189 |
Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation
A program focusing on the principles of applied visual simulation technology and the application of quantitative analyses to human-computer interaction. Includes instruction in object-oriented programming, artificial intelligence, computer communications and networks, computer graphics, virtual worlds and simulation systems, probability, statistics, stochastic modeling, data analysis, human-performance evaluation, and human-behavior modeling.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 6 | 28 |
| Bachelors | 21 | 534 |
| Certificate | 23 | 118 |
| Doctorate | 2 | 2 |
| Masters | 10 | 176 |
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
Any instructional program in computer software and media applications not listed above.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 20 | 103 |
| Bachelors | 43 | 751 |
| Certificate | 44 | 460 |
| Doctorate | 3 | 6 |
| Masters | 17 | 315 |
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
A program that focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity, and that prepares individuals to function as network specialists and managers at various levels. Includes instruction in operating systems and applications; systems design and analysis; networking theory and solutions; types of networks; network management and control; network and flow optimization; security; configuring; and troubleshooting.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 349 | 2953 |
| Bachelors | 74 | 811 |
| Certificate | 547 | 9117 |
| Doctorate | 2 | 2 |
| Masters | 40 | 410 |
Cloud Computing
A program that prepares individuals to design and implement enterprise software systems that rely on distributed computing and service-oriented architecture, including databases, web services, cloud computing, and mobile apps. Includes instruction in data management, distributed and cloud computing, enterprise software architecture, enterprise and cloud security, mobile systems and applications, server administration, and web development.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 16 | 41 |
| Bachelors | 7 | 232 |
| Certificate | 40 | 158 |
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Other
Any instructional program in computer systems networking and telecommunications not listed above.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 3 | 49 |
Network and System Administration/Administrator
A program that prepares individuals to manage the computer operations and control the system configurations emanating from a specific site or network hub. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software and applications; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) networking; principles of information systems security; disk space and traffic load monitoring; data backup; resource allocation; and setup and takedown procedures.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 153 | 1472 |
| Bachelors | 41 | 195 |
| Certificate | 268 | 3054 |
| Doctorate | 1 | 0 |
| Masters | 3 | 57 |
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
A program that prepares individuals to oversee and regulate the computer system and performance requirements of an entire organization or network of satellite users. Includes instruction in performance balancing; redundancy; local area (LAN) and wide area (WAN) network management; system migration and upgrading; outage control; problem diagnosis and troubleshooting; and system maintenance, budgeting, and management.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 58 | 528 |
| Bachelors | 14 | 692 |
| Certificate | 100 | 975 |
| Masters | 4 | 14 |
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
A program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable law and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 323 | 4151 |
| Bachelors | 277 | 7145 |
| Certificate | 633 | 7665 |
| Doctorate | 14 | 118 |
| Masters | 214 | 6706 |
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
A program that prepares individuals to develop and maintain web servers and the hosted web pages at one or a group of web sites, and to function as designated webmasters. Includes instruction in computer systems and networks, server installation and maintenance, web page design and editing, information resources management, web policy and procedures, Internet applications of information systems security, user interfacing and usability research, and relevant management and communications skills.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 78 | 235 |
| Bachelors | 20 | 162 |
| Certificate | 111 | 734 |
| Masters | 7 | 1 |
Information Technology Project Management
A program that prepares individuals to design, develop, and manage information technology projects in a variety of companies and organizations. Includes instruction in principles of project management, risk management, procurement and contract management, information security management, software management, organizational principles and behavior, communications, quality assurance, financial analysis, leadership, and team effectiveness.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 14 | 52 |
| Bachelors | 27 | 825 |
| Certificate | 32 | 258 |
| Doctorate | 2 | 7 |
| Masters | 34 | 1014 |
Computer Support Specialist
A program that prepares individuals to provide technical assistance, support, and advice to computer users to help troubleshoot software and hardware problems. Includes instruction in computer concepts, information systems, networking, operating systems, computer hardware, the Internet, software applications, help desk concepts and problem solving, and principles of customer service.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 138 | 1235 |
| Bachelors | 27 | 78 |
| Certificate | 267 | 1925 |
Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other
Any instructional program in computer/information technology services administration and management not listed above.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 21 | 125 |
| Bachelors | 51 | 742 |
| Certificate | 43 | 312 |
| Doctorate | 2 | 0 |
| Masters | 44 | 2122 |
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Any instructional program in computer and information sciences and support services not listed above.
| Degree | Schools offering | Degrees completed |
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 29 | 162 |
| Bachelors | 30 | 190 |
| Certificate | 65 | 1235 |
| Doctorate | 6 | 17 |
| Masters | 11 | 165 |