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What Does It Mean to Study Information Technology?

What Does It Mean to Study Information Technology?

• "As an information technology (IT) major, you'll study the ways in which information and computing systems support business, research, and communication needs. IT is where technologies and concepts from both ends are integrated to build and administer an information infrastructure—systems, networks, applications, hardware, and software. As a result, IT majors develop a breadth of knowledge through introductory courses in a range of subjects. They then acquire in-depth understanding by concentrating elective courses on a particular area."

- College Board Book of Majors, 2nd edition

• "Information technology (IT) includes all matters concerned with the furtherance of computer science and technology and with the design, development, installation, and implementation of information systems and applications."

- Interoperability Clearinghouse

• "In an information technology program, you'll learn all the basics of computer science, including hardware and software components, programming, algorithms, databases, operating systems, and network administration. Computer design and editing existing systems and software will also be part of your program. Once you understand how computers work and the technology behind them, you'll learn how to apply this knowledge in a business setting. You'll study how to solve a wide range of problems, including how to customize and integrate systems to meet business and individual user needs, how to maintain day to day operations, how to design networking systems, and how to handle security problems."

- Princeton Review

• "The IT industry includes such products and services as software, telecommunications, wireless, Internet, hardware, peripherals, and computer and data services."

- U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration

Fast Facts about the Information Technology Industry

Of CareerBuilder.com's 10 fastest-growing and highest-paying careers, 5 are professions within IT:

• #1 - Computer systems software engineer -- $81,140 per year
• #2 - Computer applications software engineer -- $76,310 per year
• #6 - Computer systems analyst -- $67,520 per year
• #7 - Database administrator -- $61,950 per year
• #9 - Network systems and data communication analyst -- $61,250 per year

- Careerbuilder.com, "What some fastest-growing jobs pay"

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