Computer Systems Technology
- Overview
- Careers
- New Freshmen
- New Transfer
- Illinois State Students
The Computer Systems Technology program prepares technology professionals to manage computer systems and develop applications in a variety of settings. Students develop knowledge and communication skills to successfully collaborate on projects.
Why Study Computer Systems Technology?
The Computer Systems Technology program at Illinois State provides students with a strong background in:
- computer/device networking
- electronic communications
- software application development
- computer hardware
- project management
Our labs also emulate the latest technologies, giving students a relevant and in-demand skillset.
The program’s diverse coursework emphasizes:
- network configuration and security
- operating system administration
- virtualization
- application and web development
- database administration
- technical management
Students learn in a hands-on environment and have opportunities to earn IT technical and professional certifications from organizations such as Microsoft, CompTIA, and Cisco.
Related Skills
Computer systems students understand electronics to the level of interacting with electronic engineers and technical support. They understand programming structures and syntax to the level of modifying existing source code; and network systems to the level of LAN/WAN migration and expansion. But most important they understand iterative project management methodologies to integrate all of these cross-functional areas.
Being Successful in the Field
- Possess a foundation of technical skills needed to begin a career in the area of information systems
- Understand intricate hardware, software, and organizational environments in which software developers work
- Use critical-thinking skills and invoke a variety of general problem-solving strategies and techniques
- Apply systems theory concepts and methods to the solution of problems
- Effectively manage work group interactions
- Communicate effectively
- Develop application systems by employing appropriate methodologies, techniques, tools, and languages
- Understand current trends in technology and learn to adapt to a changing computing environment
- Continuous professional development and growth
Related Fields
Professions in Commercial and Government Agencies
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Electrical and Electronics Field Engineers
- Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software
- Computer and Information Systems
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
- Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts
- Computer Security Specialists
- Computer Hardware Engineers
- Computer Support Specialists
- Database Administrators
- Computer Software Engineers, Applications
- Network Systems Manager
- LAN Administrator
- Telecommunications Manager
- Software support/training specialist
- Technical support/sales
- Web Developer
- Computer Forensics Analysts
- Team Leaders
- IT Project Managers
Career Industry Liaison
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debbie Ungson-Walbert | 208 Bone Student Center | dungson@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2200 |
Internship Coordinator
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Randy Jacobs | Turner Hall 120A | rdjacob3@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2609 |
Applying to Illinois State
Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!
Applying to Illinois State
Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!
Minimum GPA
2.00
Middle 50% GPA
2.51 - 3.53
Required Courses
None
Recommended Courses
To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.
- Physics (PHY 105)
- Chemistry (CHE 110/112 or CHE 102)
- Finite Math (MAT 120)
- Statistics (MQM 100 or ECO 138)
- Introduction to Psychology (PSY 110)
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raz Steward | Turner Hall 215 | rlstew2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-3661 |
Minimum GPA
2.00
Middle 50% GPA
2.51 - 3.53
Application Period
Applications open February 1-28 and September 1-30.
Application Information
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raz Steward | Turner Hall 215 | rlstew2@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-3661 |