Information Systems Technology (IST) Certificate Program

Information Systems Technology (IST) Certificate Program
Program Schedule
Curriculum
Eligibility and Prerequisites
Program Delivery Methods and Requirements
Application Process
Tuition
Contact Information
Follow-on Resident Programs
Frequently Asked Questions

Certificate in Information Systems Technology (Curriculum 272) This curriculum provides students with knowledge of information systems technology to include computer and telecommunications systems, software engineering, networked and distributed applications, database management systems, and decision support systems in the military services. This certificate is offered in a fully online environment utilizing a well-known learning management system and consists of the following, fully accredited, graduate level courses. Student will have an in-depth knowledge of modern software development to include the ability to utilize object oriented techniques in systems design, and to use modern software development tools in the construction of modeling, virtual environment and simulation systems, and have a thorough knowledge of information systems technology to include: Computer System Components, Communication Systems and Networks, Software Engineering, Database Management Systems, Decision Support and Expert Systems.

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Program Schedule

For information about the specific start dates for the listed quarters, please refer to the NPS Academic Calendar.

Curriculum

Eligibility and Prerequisites

The following are eligible for this program:

• US Military Officers
• US Government Civilians (GS)
• Enlisted Personnel
• International Students**

**International Students: Ensure that you read and understand the additional Eligibility requirements and Application process found here.

Prerequisites:

• Baccalaureate Degree
• Documented coursework or experience in basic computing and/or computer networks

Program Delivery Methods and Requirements

The following distributed learning delivery methods may be used for this program. If there are questions about these methods, please check the program announcements for details and/or contact the IST Program Director .

Online

NPS Online classes are taken without any classroom attendance necessary. After registration and enrollment, you will be sent instructions on how to access the course material via Blackboard. Online courses offer you the flexibility of logging on at any time, in any location, to access course material. Courses are faculty led and allow interaction between instructor and other students.

The requirements for an online class can be found here.

Application Process

U.S. applicants who meet the prerequisite and eligibility requirements listed above are required to have a completed application package submitted to the Admissions Department. For information about the contents of this package, please refer to the Admissions Packet Completion page.

International applicants interested in this program will need to refer to the International Student Application & Eligibility Process for OCL Programs webpage for the application process and additional eligibility requirements.

Tuition

Please refer to the OCL Tuition Information page regarding tuition, and book costs associated with this program.

Contact Information

For additional information specific to the program, please email the Program Director at ISTCertProg@nps.edu.

For general questions about OCL supported programs, please email the OCL Student Coordinator at OCLStudCoord@nps.edu.

Master of Science in Information Systems Technology (Curriculum 370)

This curriculum provides officers with the knowledge of information systems technology to include computer and telecommunications systems, software engineering, networked and distributed applications, database management systems, and decision support systems in the military services. Students will also gain proficiency in information systems, economics and management necessary for the critical management decisions needed in the development and utilization of complex and evolving computer-based military systems.

Information Systems Technology is an interdisciplinary, graduate-level Masters program integrating mathematics, accounting, economics, statistics, computer science, information systems, communications engineering, networks, and management disciplines.

Information Systems Technology Knowledge Skills

The Information Systems Technology graduate shall have the knowledge skills and competencies to Engineer Information Systems afloat and ashore; Manage Information Systems, centers and commands afloat and ashore; and solve Information Systems engineering and management problems individually and in teams.

Educational Skill Requirements: http://www.nps.navy.mil/code32/IST/ESR.htm.

For further information regarding the MS in Information Systems Technology (Curriculum 370) please visit: http://www.nps.navy.mil/code32/IST/CurricInfo.htm.