Internet Application Development Certificate
Program Website: https://www.towson.edu/fcsm/departments/computerinfosci/grad/application-development-certificate.html
Program Director: Cheryl Brown
Phone: 410-704-4966
Email: ait@towson.edu
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Internet Application Development covers the study, design, development, implementation and support of computer-based information systems for the Web. This program provides graduate-level education in IT for students preparing to enter the high-tech work force and those already in the work force who wish to update and enhance their skills. This course of study can be completed as a stand-alone graduate certificate or applied to the M.S. degree program in Applied Information Technology. The program is intended for students who have a bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, computer information systems or a related field, who will enter the program for advanced studies. The program may also be of interest to persons who:
- Do not have a bachelor’s degree in the field, but are currently employed in the IT field and are seeking additional academic studies for professional growth or to advance their careers.
- Have a bachelor’s degree in a discipline other than IT who are seeking preparation for careers in this field.
Admission Requirements
Application deadlines and a full listing of materials required for admission can be found on the website.
Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| AIT 600 | INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE | 3 |
| AIT 610 | SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT PROCESS | 3 |
| AIT 616 | FUNDAMENTALS OF WEB TECHNOLOGIES AND DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| AIT 618 | CLIENT/SERVER-SIDE PROGRAMMING ON THE WEB | 3 |
| AIT 715 | CASE STUDIES IN INTERNET APPLICATIONS | 3 |
| Total Units | 15 | |
- Understand the information technology infrastructure and its place and value in today’s business.
- Work effectively in teams and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Use their proficiency to solve a variety of problems.
- Prepare, present and develop proposals and solutions for today’s governmental and industrial needs.