As a student of computer network and information systems, you will learn to apply technology to the needs of modern business. Studies include key introductory programming languages (including object-oriented programming), as well as systems architecture, software testing and operating systems. You'll also gain experience in web design and development. In addition, a specialized networking lab will help you develop skills in network installation, administration and operation. Related courses such as software design, database management systems, system analysis, and information technology are also offered. You are required to successfully complete two co-op work semesters beginning junior year.

As a graduate you'll be qualified to work in areas such as network administration, database administration, web application development, web design, technical support, and IT management.

Course of Study - BCNS

First Year Fall Semester

• Computer Science I
• Intro to Computing and Problem-Solving
• English I
• College Mathematics I

First Year Spring Semester

• Computer Science II
• Networks, Services and the World Wide Web
• English II
• College Mathematics II
• College Physics I

Second Year Fall Semester

• Computer Architecture
• Object Oriented Programming
• Operating Systems Concepts
• Science Elective
• Social Science Elective

Second Year Spring Semester

• Unix System Administration
• Database Management Systems
• Systems Analysis and Business Applications
• Social Science Elective
• Financial Accounting
• Writing Competency Assessment

Second Year Summer Semester

• Optional Pre-Cooperative Work Term

Third Year Fall Semester

• Technical Communications
• Information Systems Project Management
• Network Administration
• Database Applications
• Finite Mathematics

Third Year Spring Semester

• Cooperative Work Semester I

Third Year Summer Semester

• World Wide Web Application Development
• Advanced Networking & Information Systems Course (see below)
• Windows Programming
• Statistics and Applications

Fourth Year Fall Semester

• Cooperative Work Semester II

Fourth Year Spring Semester

• Software Design and Development
• Information Technology Management
• Humanities or Social Science Elective
• Principles of Management
• Ethics

Fourth Year Summer Semester

• Software Testing and Quality Assurance
• Senior Project in Computer and Network Information Systems
• Seminar in Computer and Network Information Systems
• Humanities or Social Science Elective

Note: The advanced Networking and Information Systems courses to be offered in a particular semester will be selected by the department from the following list: Advanced Topics in Networking, or Advanced Topics in Database Management Systems.  In addition, the following Computer Science (BCOS) courses may be taken as electives:  Introduction to Bioinformatics, Distributed Computing, or Distributed Information Systems.

Department of Computer Science and Systems, Additional Information
The Department of Computer Science and Systems at Wentworth Institute of Technology offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Network and Information Systems (described above) and in Computer Science.

Please note: The Department of Electronics and Mechanical offers additional Bachelor of Science degree programs, including Computer Engineering Technology.

The Course of Study guide above is intended to be used for comparative reference only. Please refer to the Wentworth Institute of Technology Course Catalog for detailed course descriptions, departmental requirements, pre-requisites, and institutional policies.

You may also contact the Wentworth Admissions Office at 617-989-4000 or 800-556-0610 or via email at admissions@wit.edu or contact the Department of Computer Science and Systems directly at 617-989-4272.

Refer to the Course Catalog for course descriptions.