Picture applied computing at the intersection of information technology, computer
science, and business—it's a place where you learn how to develop and apply your skills,
like troubleshooting and analytical thinking, to solve long-term and day-to-day business
and industry challenges. Our undergraduate areas of study in the Applied Computing
Department at Michigan Tech set you up for roles that are crucial to the advancing
capabilities of technology in manufacturing, healthcare, and many other industry sectors.
We offer degrees in cybersecurity,electrical engineering technology, mechatronics, and information technology. If you're a hands-on person who likes to have a direct effect on making systems
work faster, better, and more reliably, applied computing could be a great fit for
you.
Students in our program can also choose to go on to earn an advanced degree in health informatics, one of the most-needed and in-demand career fields.
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Bachelor's Degrees
Cybersecurity BS
The world is a complex synergy of the physical world and the cyber world. Whatever your occupation, wherever you live, everyone is exposed to cyber attacks. Everyday, hackers and cyber criminals launch new, more sophisticated computer viruses, malware, and scams, threatening the data our society relies on. Your career in cybersecurity will make a meaningful impact on the security of our nation and the world. Concentrate your BS in Cybersecurity studies in Software Security or System and Network Security.
Electrical Engineering Technology BS
Mechatronics, robotics, automation and control, instrumentation, data acquisition. Graduates who understand these concepts are in-demand worldwide. BS in Electrical Engineering Technology students learn to design, program, and maintain automated systems, experience that makes Michigan Tech EET graduates highly-sought candidates for employment in industries including pharmaceutical, food, automotive, manufacturing, and many other industries.
Information Technology BS
Prepare for a challenging and exciting career in computer network design, administration, and security. In the BS in Information Technology program students learn to build and troubleshoot computer networks and manage enterprise systems effectively and securely. As an Information Technology major, you'll have loads of opportunities for hands-on learning, lab practice, and co-op and internship experiences. And you'll develop robust skills in teamwork, communication, troubleshooting, and critical thinking. Focus your studies in Cybersecurity, IT Management, or Network Engineering.
Mechatronics BS
Do you like mechanics, robotics, or production equipment? Do you enjoy technical and engineering activities? Mechatronics could be for you. Offered jointly by the College of Computing and the College of Engineering, the BS in Mechatronics at Michigan Tech incorporates elements of engineering, engineering technology, and computing. When you complete your undergraduate Mechatronics studies, your resume will tell the story of a robust, rigorous, hands-on education, augmented with hundreds of hours of applied, collaborative technical experience.