Information and Communications Technology
Today, maybe more than ever, technology professionals must keep their skills and credentials up-to-date due to the rapid convergence of the Information Technology and Telecommunications industries into a single industry sector. This emerging industry reflects the convergence of voice, data, and multimedia applications and services onto a global IP infrastructure.
The University of Denver's Information and Communications Technology (ICT) graduate program prepares students for success in this rapidly evolving industry by providing an understanding of the industry in its current state, as well as the developments that will shape the industry tomorrow. Students develop the professional agility to excel in today's increasingly competitive and global career environment and increase their professional value in an industry that will continue to change. This is accomplished through our unique focus on the knowledge and skills that are common to most technical roles in the ICT industry, coupled with the development of in-depth specialized skills, and how these specific technologies and technical skills fit into the broad framework of the ICT industry.
Students truly gain the ability to adapt, and create, recognize, and capitalize on opportunities in this dynamic environment. Many of our courses follow the recommendations outlined by such organizations as the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM), the Association for Information Systems (AIS), the Project Management Institute, and the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS).
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Outcomes for Information and Communications Technology
Graduates of the Master of Applied Science in Information and Communications Technology will be able to:
Define an enterprise architecture including hardware, software, databases, and communications networks and protocols
Perform information modeling to support data architecture and database design
Evaluate, select, and apply software design and development methodologies that incorporate software development, acquisition, and/or re-use
Identify the operational and economic impact of system architecture and software applications in areas such as computer processing, data communications, network design, and software maintenance and support
Apply best project management practices
Apply good design processes and methods to develop production-quality systems
Plan and evaluate, select, and apply appropriate systems and software quality assurance methods and tools
Lead and coach others in the development of systems and software components
Communicate effectively with technical peers, management, customers, and end-users
Assign current and emerging telecommunications technologies
Identify practices in information assurance
Career and Growth Opportunities
The knowledge you can acquire through the Master of Applied Science (MAS) in Information and Communications Technology degree or any of the Information and Communications Technology Certificates of Advanced Study will assist you in reaching your career goals, whether you are a seasoned IT professional, an experienced manager who needs more IT skills. The program is designed for software engineers or programmers, database administrators, web masters, managers of any kind that have responsibility for or interaction with IT, professionals who wish to improve and update their knowledge and skills, and individuals seeking to enter the IT field.
The curriculum in all the programs offers a comprehensive educational approach that includes far more than simply how an application, system or product functions. You’ll learn why it functions the way it does, what the theories are behind it, what the future is for it and how to solve business problems with it. Each course facilitates and encourages multi-dimensional thinking to give you an edge in obtaining your career objective.
Computer Requirements
Students considering the ICT program should have access to the following:
PC Requirements
- Operating System: Windows XP Professional SP2
- Processor: Core Duo
- RAM: 2 GB or greater
- Storage: 80 GB or above
- Internet Access: Broadband (DSL, Cable, ISDN)
- Software: MS Office
- Anti-virus: Norton or McAfee
- Plugins: Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.0 or newer,
- Adobe Flash Player 9.X or greater,
Mac Requirements
- Operating System: OS 10.X
- Processor: 2.0 GHz or greater
- RAM: 2 GB or greater
- Storage: 80 GB or above
- Internet Access: Broadband (DSL, Cable, ISDN)
- Software: MS Office
- Anti-virus: Norton or McAfee
- Plugins: Adobe Acrobat Reader 8.0 or newer,
- Adobe Flash Player 9.X or greater,
A Master of Applied Science in Information and Communications Technology can be earned in less than two years by completing 48 credit hours. Graduate certificates allow professionals to add a powerful skill set to their capabilities in one year by completing 24 credit hours. Credits earned as part of a graduate certificate can be applied toward the completion of a University College master’s degree.
master’s degree specialty options
- Broadband Networks
- Telecommunications Technology
- Telecommunications Management
- Database Design and Administration
- Software Design and Programming
- Web Design and Development
- Information Systems Security
- Project Management
- Technology Management
- Geographic Information Systems
graduate certificates
2009/2010 Tuition Rates
Total degree tuition cost based on current year rates:
| Master's Degree | $20,112 |
| Master's Degree Online | $22,080 |
| Certificate | $10,056 |
| Certificate Online | $11,040 |
| Per credit hour rates: | |
| On Campus Per Credit | $419 |
| Online Per Credit | $460 |
Our experienced academic advisors are available to answer questions about our programs and how you can fit returning to school into your busy schedule. Our advisors will work with you to design a degree or certificate that will best help you achieve your professional and personal goals.
contact our program
- Academic Director
Tom Tierney - Academic Advisor
Brian Elizardi
Our annual schedule is intended as a planning tool, which reflects what classes will be offered and in what format through the upcoming calendar year. This schedule may adjust throughout the year based course on cancellations or the addition of course sections based on student demand.
CAEIAE
The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly announce the designation of the University of Denver as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education for academic years 2008 through 2013. DU was one of ten universities that received this award.
CISSP
As an Academic Partner of the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2, we will be regularly hosting the CISSP exams on campus.
Project Management Institute
University College has designed it’s Project Management courses to parallel the Project Management Institute’s (PMI®) “Project Management Body of Knowledge” (PMBOK® Guide).
The Colorado Technology Association
The Colorado Technology Association is the state’s largest and most influential technology organization. Positioned as the voice of over 700 technology companies, CSIA provides a community for the industry through programs, workshops and major events, connecting people and information.