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		<title>The History of the C Programming Language</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 20:19:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>James</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The C computer programming language is one of the earliest languages to emerge and was the  prevalent language in programming for years. It was developed at Bell Labs in the early 1970s as a  programming tool for the UNIX platform. Later it expanded into wide uses on many different systems  including DOS, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Bill Gates" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/bill-gates-in-classroom.jpg" border="0" alt="Bill Gates" width="120" height="120" />The C computer programming language is one of the earliest languages to emerge and was the  prevalent language in programming for years. It was developed at Bell Labs in the early 1970s as a  programming tool for the UNIX platform. Later it expanded into wide uses on many different systems  including DOS, the precursor to Windows. It is no longer the language of choice for most new  developments, it is still found in many older software programs and its design has been borrowed  for many subsequent languages. Later versions of C evolved, including ANSI &#8211; which stands for  American National Standards Institute. It was one of the initial efforts at standardizing computer  language to create one base version that could provide basic functions on all operating systems.</p>
<p>C is the predecessor to C++, which is a predominant language for many of today&#8217;s current software  products. While C++ is a derivative of C, its basic design is fundamentally different. C  programming takes a task and breaks it into a series of subtasks. C++ is object-oriented  programming, a concept that utilizes abstractions of physical objects that are assigned  characteristics and functional behavior in order to construct programming behavior. A little like  working with building blocks, rather than strings of computations. C++ is widely used today: a  quick look through job postings for computer or software engineers almost always requests  experience in C++.</p>
<p>To some degree, C has been bypassed by its object-oriented successor, C++. Computer professionals  will debate anything including whether or not it is necessary to learn C in order to move on to  C++. Assuming that you are interested in learning the art and science of programming, it is  probably good to know something about its history as well. Moreover, C is not just confined to the  history bin. Its design is mimicked by many software programs and it is also the basis for  portions of some of today&#8217;s operating systems. The theory and design for C is probably a valuable  underpinning for the computer programming student.</p>
<p>You can find online tutorials for C programming that present the course in narrative form. A  better choice might be an online school or technical academy that offers courses in C and other  basic programming languages. Online colleges provide course materials and in most cases, a  surprising amount of communications capability with the institutions&#8217; faculty. If you&#8217;ve got  questions, there are answers out there for you.</p>
<p>Everest College has an online course in computer information systems. One of  the components is programming theory and will undoubtedly incorporate some information on C. The  database component of this program will illustrate an application built around C or one of its  derivatives.</p>
<p>Capella University has a bachelor&#8217;s program in information technology that includes core courses  in the fundamentals of software development. As the curriculum moves along, there are courses in  database design and management, and object-oriented programming. In all of these courses, you will  encounter C programming uses and C++ as well. It is difficult to find a course specifically  dedicated to C because it has become a legacy program in the eyes of many. C programming retains  its value for today&#8217;s programming student as a historical perspective and an early model for many  of the current programming tools.</p>

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		<title>IT Leadership With a Master&#8217;s Degree in Computer Science</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:33:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>James</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the indications that a profession has come of age is when academic pundits start arguing  about what defines that profession. Computer science is a premier example of that phenomenon. Some  people feel that computer science is a catchall phrase that embodies information technology (IT),  software engineering, computer engineering and the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Computer Science Woman" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/network-admin-woman.jpg" border="0" alt="Computer Science Woman" width="254" height="120" />One of the indications that a profession has come of age is when academic pundits start arguing  about what defines that profession. Computer science is a premier example of that phenomenon. Some  people feel that computer science is a catchall phrase that embodies information technology (IT),  software engineering, computer engineering and the microelectronics that make computers light up  and hard drives spin.</p>
<p>Purists maintain that computer science is only the theory behind computation: the algorithms, the  flow of data through the chips and into the applications. It&#8217;s a debate for a coffeehouse or a  cocktail party. For people who are interested in entering the field, computer science is the study  of computers and their component parts. While you can find college majors in computer science, the  course load will include software design, database functions and programming. So, for purposes of  this article, we will look at the master&#8217;s programs in a variety of computer related professions.</p>
<p>Online colleges  provide the best framework for focusing on computer science. Their master&#8217;s programs include  computer science as a major, along with information technology and business-oriented, integrated  courses of study. Online study takes a pragmatic approach to giving the student the skills to  enter the profession. Online master&#8217;s degrees are designed to give the student leadership  skills for a highly placed position in his industry of choice. Many online master&#8217;s programs in computer science are for working businessmen  and women who are seeking to climb the professional ladder.</p>
<p>University of Phoenix Online has an interesting combination of master&#8217;s programs in computer science. They have a master&#8217;s in  information systems; a master&#8217;s in information systems management; and an intriguing combination  of an MBA  with specialization in technology management. Technology management means handling networks and  that&#8217;s going to incorporate a lot of computer science.</p>
<p>Capella University has four online master&#8217;s programs in information technology with specializations  that spell out clear career tracks:</p>
<ul>
<li>Information Technology</li>
<li>General  Information Security</li>
<li>Network Architecture and Design</li>
<li> Project Management and Leadership</li>
<li>System Design and Programming</li>
</ul>
<p>Kennedy- Western University has an online master&#8217;s degree in computer science available. To provide an idea  of what computer science means at this college, here are the core courses:</p>
<ul>
<li>Programming Languages</li>
<li>Computer Science Theory</li>
<li>Systems Architecture</li>
<li>Operating Systems I</li>
<li>Relational Databases</li>
<li>Analysis of Algorithms</li>
<li>Object-Oriented Design</li>
<li>Compiler Design</li>
<li>Software Engineering</li>
<li>Artificial Intelligence</li>
<li>Data Communications Expert</li>
<li>Systems Development</li>
<li>Human Computer Interface Design</li>
</ul>
<p>It&#8217;s evident that software and data are an important part of the master&#8217;s degree in computer  science at Kennedy-Western. Also required is a thesis prep course and the thesis itself, which  will mean lots of interaction with the faculty, via email and phone.</p>
<p>Boston University has a master&#8217;s in computer information systems that is taught online. The two  areas of specialization are database and knowledge management, and information systems security.  Information systems and information technology seem to be the terms that have supplanted computer  science in a number of academic institutions. If your interests lie in the physical components of  computers, you can often find a master&#8217;s program in electrical engineering with computer emphasis.  But for many of the online institutions, the masters&#8217; programs in technology are focused on what businesses can  accomplish with computers because that is where the leadership needs are.</p>

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		<title>Online Courses in Computer Science</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 20:32:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>James</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Finding individual courses in computer science can be something of a  challenge with online  colleges. Their approach to computer science and to most other academic disciplines is to  offer an educational package that, upon completion, will provide significant value in the job  market. Some large universities provide individual courses through their [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Woman Computer Scientist on Laptop" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/woman-laptop.jpg" border="0" alt="Woman Computer Scientist on Laptop" width="160" height="120" />Finding individual courses in computer science can be something of a  challenge with online  colleges. Their approach to computer science and to most other academic disciplines is to  offer an educational package that, upon completion, will provide significant value in the job  market. Some large universities provide individual courses through their online or extension  programs, since they are designed for their professors to teach on an a la carte basis. American  Intercontinental University offers individual courses in web design, computer information  systems, programming and a few other areas.</p>
<p>If you are looking for a single class on a narrow, specialized topic you might have better luck  consulting large universities&#8217; online services. If you are looking for a comprehensive course of  learning about computer science, you can find one at almost any level of concentration and  academic achievement. There are online courses for certification in various areas of computer  science that take a period of months.</p>
<p>Collegiate degrees in computer science and related fields are  available online at every level, from an IT associate&#8217;s to a doctorate level IT degree. Online degrees generally take less time to  achieve than their campus-based counterparts: a bachelor&#8217;s degree is usually obtainable in two to three years. The length  of time required will be dictated to some extent by the number of transferable college credits  you&#8217;ve earned. However, online degrees are achieved in less time under any circumstance due to the  accelerated methods of study that the online colleges have available.</p>
<p>Courses for certification status in certain aspects of computer science are available from such  schools as CDI College. They specialize in this sort of teaching program in that they have  nine choices for study in the area of computer networking alone. Topics of specialization include  internet security and network administrator. Their training programs lead to certification for  specific specialties. They have five options in the programming analyst area, all focused on the  web in some fashion. You can also find online certification courses in specific program languages  such as C++ or specific server protocols such as Sun&#8217;s Solaris.</p>
<p>Beyond the training programs, there are a wealth of computer science programs that lead to  college degrees. Kaplan University has six associate&#8217;s degree programs in computer information systems that would  probably take eighteen months or less to complete. Areas of specialization include databases, Java  programming, the web and wireless networking.</p>
<p>Kaplan has a similar number of bachelor&#8217;s programs in information technology. One of the more intriguing  choices at Kaplan is the bachelor&#8217;s in IT with a specialization in multimedia and animation, which  ought to lead to some imaginative opportunities in web page construction.</p>
<p>Computer science is one of the most popular areas of study online because so many working  professionals need additional education in the field in order to advance in their career. You can  find the right combination of courses and course programs to fit your needs with some dedicated  click work.</p>

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		<dc:creator>James</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the purposes of this article, we are going to define computer science as the sum of a variety  of parts: computer programming, computer design, systems design, networking, software development,  computer and software engineering and, because it&#8217;s sometimes used as a course description,  computer science. If you are interested in learning about [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Computer Repair" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/computers-and-electronics.jpg" border="0" alt="Computer Repair" width="120" height="130" />For the purposes of this article, we are going to define computer science as the sum of a variety  of parts: computer programming, computer design, systems design, networking, software development,  computer and software engineering and, because it&#8217;s sometimes used as a course description,  computer science. If you are interested in learning about any of these career opportunities or  about any related fields, you have a world of options to explore online.</p>
<p>You can seek entry level opportunities through relatively short courses of study that lead to  certification for various technical specialties. Everest College is an institution with nine  campuses and a vigorous online program. Their specialty is job certification and they have a  number of courses related to computer science. Their offerings include advanced microcomputer  applications, automated office technology, computer information systems, and microcomputer  operations specialist.</p>
<p>American Intercontinental University offers  an online bachelor&#8217;s in information technology as well as an IT master&#8217;s program. Warren National University has a bachelor&#8217;s,  master&#8217;s and doctoral program in computer science, a bachelor&#8217;s in software  engineering a bachelor&#8217;s in e-business and commerce, and all three higher education degrees in  management information systems.</p>
<p>Colorado Technical University has an  excellent online school of information technology. All of their  degree programs include professional certificates that are earned incrementally as you move  along. These degrees include:</p>
<p>Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering (BSSE) &#8211; Concentrations in:</p>
<ul>
<li>Software Systems Engineering</li>
<li>Security Network Management</li>
</ul>
<p>Bachelor of Science Business Administration (BSBA) &#8211; Concentration in:</p>
<ul>
<li>Information Technology</li>
</ul>
<p>Master of Science in Management (MSM) &#8211; Concentrations in:</p>
<ul>
<li>Information Systems Security</li>
<li>Information Technology Management</li>
</ul>
<p>Kaplan  University has a department of information technology with six each of associate&#8217;s degrees  and bachelor&#8217;s degrees that include these areas of specialization: databases, web development,  programming, networking, wireless networking, and multimedia and animation. Kaplan can also  provide the certification classes for information technology pathway, introduction to  computer programming languages, and internet development.</p>
<p>University of Phoenix Online has a rich information technology program intermingled with their  business degrees. Of particular interest is their MBA in  technology management. Their degree opportunities include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor of Science in Business/e-Business</li>
<li>Bachelor of Science in Business/Information Systems</li>
<li>Bachelor of Science in Information Technology</li>
<li>Bachelor of Science in Information Technology/Visual Communication</li>
<li>Master of Business Administration/Technology Management</li>
<li>Master of Information Systems Master of Information Systems/Management</li>
</ul>
<p>Capella University has an online series of master&#8217;s degrees in information technology. Their programs are designed  for professionals interested in advancing their careers through additional education. Capella has  built relationships with leading corporations for this purpose. Johnson &amp; Johnson, Xerox and  Farmers Insurance are among the 120 American corporations that recommend Capella to employees who  are seeking educational advancement. Their master&#8217;s series includes these areas of concentration:</p>
<ul>
<li>Master&#8217;s in Science (MS) in:</li>
<li>Information Technology</li>
<li>General Information Security</li>
<li>Network Architecture and Design</li>
<li>Project Management and Leadership</li>
<li>System Design and Programming</li>
</ul>
<p>These are all accredited institutions with experience, successful alumni, and carefully thought- out curricula, and are just a sampling of that available in distance learning for the aspiring  computer scientist.</p>

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		<title>Earning a Master&#8217;s Degree in Computer Science</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 18:30:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>James</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In its broadest definition, computer science includes a number of academic specialties. Study of a  computer&#8217;s functions begins with electronics and electrical engineering. Included as a matter of  necessity is the study of computer operating systems: that path will lead before too long to  software and databases. At that point, computer science [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Woman on Laptop" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/woman-laptop.jpg" border="0" alt="Woman on Laptop" width="160" height="120" />In its broadest definition, computer science includes a number of academic specialties. Study of a  computer&#8217;s functions begins with electronics and electrical engineering. Included as a matter of  necessity is the study of computer operating systems: that path will lead before too long to  software and databases. At that point, computer science branches into information technology (IT);  somewhere between computer science and information technology you have the world of networking. In  many universities, master&#8217;s degrees in information technology are available, and also in  both computer science and networking. This holds true in for online education as well. We&#8217;ll take  a look at all of them.</p>
<p>A bachelor&#8217;s degree in computer science is considered, in some academic  circles, as a starting point in the sense that it provides the base education for a lot of career  choices. Boston University&#8217;s Metropolitan College has an online degree in computer science that may allow the  graduate &#8220;to prepare for careers in medicine, law, education, physical and life sciences, social  sciences, and the humanities.&#8221; That&#8217;s a pretty broad spectrum of choices.</p>
<p>Boston University&#8217;s online master&#8217;s degree in computer science is also called a master&#8217;s in computer information systems, with two areas of  specialization. One is in the area of security: providing the graduate with the ability to  develop &#8220;solutions to guarantee secure networks and computer systems&#8230;and the ability to  identify, develop, and implement highly secure networks that support organizational goals.&#8221;</p>
<p>The other specialization at BU online is in database and knowledge management, which provides &#8220;the  skills to integrate information technology with business problems and opportunities&#8230;and a  thorough understanding of technological issues in addition to business concepts and fundamentals.&#8221;</p>
<p>This is an excellent illustration of the fashion in which a master&#8217;s in computer science leads the professional down an avenue of  specialization. Online master&#8217;s programs are often the answer for people working in the industry  that want to move higher up the ladder into management. As in most professional environments, a  higher level of education means a higher degree of focus on one component of the business or  another.</p>
<p>University of Phoenix Online has a number  of master&#8217;s programs in the information technology field. One is an MBA  with a specialization in information technology &#8211; an example of business acumen being married to  computer science skills. Kaplan University has the same online  combination. University of Phoenix&#8217;s other master&#8217;s degrees involving computer science include a  master&#8217;s degree in information systems, and a master&#8217;s in information  systems management. Information systems in this instance almost always mean computer networks.  Again, higher educational achievement leads to more focused specialization.</p>
<p>Colorado Technical University has an online master&#8217;s degree in information systems security. This academic  specialty is really about securing computer networks and the data that flows over them.   Capella University&#8217;s online master&#8217;s program in IT offers the following networking specialties:</p>
<p>Information Technology General Information Security Network Architecture and Design Project Management and Leadership System Design and Programming</p>
<p>Master&#8217;s programs online are an efficient opportunity to gain the educational background for your  next professional step. They often take less time than the programs at traditional universities,  and they do not conflict with working hours. Clearly, you can find a master&#8217;s in computer science online that will take you in any direction  you choose.</p>

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		<title>Studying Computer Science Through Distance Learning</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:17:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chesley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Distance education has expanded thanks to the internet. There are a variety of options provided by quite a few accredited colleges, who offer computer science degrees. Plenty of traditional colleges and universities have off-campus extensions. While some of these extensions are physical locations, branches, away from the main campus, some schools expand their offerings online. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Computer Scientist" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/engineer-man.jpg" border="0" alt="Computer Scientist" width="120" height="120" />Distance education has expanded thanks to the internet. There are a variety of options provided by quite a few accredited colleges, who offer computer science degrees. Plenty of traditional colleges and universities have off-campus extensions. While some of these extensions are physical locations, branches, away from the main campus, some schools expand their offerings online. Many new opportunities have recently been added on the internet by online educational institutions, including courses in technology.</p>
<p>Bachelor&#8217;s, master&#8217;s, and doctorate degrees in information technology and computer science are available through online colleges and universities. All of the principal classes that traditional schools provide can be taken online if you are just starting your post-secondary education. Distance learning is convenient for individuals who already work full-time and want to complete their education they may have already started. Taking a few courses can refresh and update your knowledge if you want to keep up to date with new computer science related technology and developments.</p>
<p>Computer science degree programs offered by Warren National University include bachelor&#8217;s, master&#8217;s and doctorate courses of study. Warren also offers degrees in software engineering, information management, information systems, and management technology. Sometimes your work experience and credits earned prior to enrollment can count towards your online degree.</p>
<p>The University of Phoenix offers individual courses, bachelor&#8217;s and master&#8217;s degree programs. The bachelor&#8217;s in science degree for information technology includes courses in the internet, databases, networks and telecommunication,  programming and operating systems and business systems development. The individual courses are available for those who just want to stay current with computer science developments. There are six classes to choose from under networks and telecommunications, and another six under computer information systems.</p>
<p>Kaplan University offers both degree and certificate programs. There are fifteen different computer science related focuses. Some of these are programming, networking, the internet and  software development. Capella University offers a bachelor&#8217;s degree in information technology and the following master&#8217;s degrees: information security; network architecture and design; project management and leadership; system design and programming; and general information technology. Capella also has certification programs for Professional Project Management and Information Security Professional</p>
<p>If you take the time to explore the options, you will find that almost any specialization or academic level in computer science can be obtained online. You will have the option of choosing class times and course loads that will work for you. Even though it is called distance learning, communicating with professors is as simple as sending an email, so there is no need to feel far away.</p>

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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:04:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chesley</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most online educational institutions offer classes in technology. Schools that are geared more towards the healthcare or business industries may not have very many options in technology studies. These schools will often offer a degree in information technology or have certificate courses in network information security. Other colleges or universities will offer a broader range [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Bill Gates Lecture" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/bill-gates-in-classroom.jpg" border="0" alt="Bill Gates Lecture" width="120" height="120" />Most online educational institutions offer classes in technology. Schools that are geared more towards the healthcare or business industries may not have very many options in technology studies. These schools will often offer a degree in information technology or have certificate courses in network information security. Other colleges or universities will offer a broader range of choices within the field of computer science.</p>
<p>There are differences in the phraseology of degree programs between schools is evident. For instance, Kaplan University offers associate&#8217;s degrees in information systems with specialties in networking, Java, wireless networking, and web development. They do not, however, have a degree program specifically called &#8220;computer science.&#8221; The bachelor offerings at Kaplan in information technology have the following concentration options: multimedia and animation, programming, database, networking and web development. A computer science degree may offer basic knowledge that touches on many of these areas, but the degrees at Kaplan are more in depth and job focused.</p>
<p>Boston College&#8217;s Metropolitan University offers a bachelor&#8217;s degree in computer science online, as well as a software development certification program. They also offer a graduates program in computer information systems, which concentrates on information systems security.</p>
<p>The online program at Boston College also offers a master&#8217;s degree in administrative studies with a concentration in electronic commerce, systems and technology. This degree program has a narrow focus, and would better qualify you for a job at a top notch online company like Google or Ebay than a general computer science degree.</p>
<p>The University of Phoenix Online also as an array of computer science-related degree offerings. Bachelor offerings include business with a focus in e-business, business with a focus in information systems, and information technology. They also have a technology management master&#8217;s program. Other master&#8217;s degree offerings that the University of Phoenix provides include systems and systems management.</p>
<p>CDI College offers certification programs, as opposed to degree programs, that are computer science related. These certificates include: Network and Internet Security Specialist, CISCO certified network administrator, Network and Internet Support Specialist for Windows 2000, Microsoft Office Specialist, Office Information Technology Specialist, Wed Designer, and Computer Business Applications Specialist.</p>
<p>Online computer science education choices are plentiful. Regardless of the school, online classes are typically very efficient. It might only take two or three years to obtain your bachelor&#8217;s or master&#8217;s degree. Certification can be had in merely months.</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[It has been said that ours is the information age. This can be interpreted to  mean that our economy, as well as our society, is built around information. There  is, undoubtedly, some truth to this notion. Computers and the Internet ruled the  stock market for a period in the nineties, and the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Building a Robot" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/martin-with-robot.jpg" border="0" alt="Building a Robot" width="120" height="120" />It has been said that ours is the information age. This can be interpreted to  mean that our economy, as well as our society, is built around information. There  is, undoubtedly, some truth to this notion. Computers and the Internet ruled the  stock market for a period in the nineties, and the consumer market is certainly  dominated by electronic products that deliver or receive information in one  format or another. Computer science and information technology have become  primary focal points in our higher education system, and they play a prominent  role in many of the new career opportunities that are being developed today.</p>
<p>The advent of the Internet and the spawning of all the chip-driven, electronic  devices that have become part of our social fabric are reflected in the evolving  curricula found in higher education. The traditional sciences &#8211; physics,  chemistry, and the mathematics that accompanies them &#8211; are increasingly focused  on biotech, nanotech and info tech. Schools of engineering are devoting  resources to electrical  engineering which, in turn, becomes computer science and the electronics  that make our computer networks function.</p>
<p>Technology is finding its place in our schools &#8211; as teaching devices in the lower  grades, and as academic departments in higher education. Today, you can find college degrees in information  technology and many spin-offs of that discipline. Networking, wireless  technology, the Internet and all of its new developments and markets &#8211; all these  things are part of the information technology orbit. Computer science, as an  academic discipline, really includes the electronics involved on the cutting edge  of new product development. This includes, not only consumer products but, the  introduction of new concepts in medical and industrial fields.</p>
<p>Universities and  colleges are devoting resources to academics in these fields. For those  of us who see a new area of career opportunity and wish to go in that direction,  technology is often best pursued at online  colleges. People who are working and want to obtain degrees or  certifications that will provide job options in technology should explore the  opportunities &#8211; and efficiency &#8211; of the online  educational institutions.</p>
<p>Schools, such as University of Phoenix Online, have an entire department  devoted to technology. Working professionals, who want to apply their  previously-accrued college credits to a degree in information technology, can  find the following degree programs at University of Phoenix:  Associate of Arts in Information  Technology. Associate of Arts in Information  Technology/Networking. BS in Business/Information Systems. BS in Business/e-Business. BS in Information Technology. BS in Information Technology/Information System  Security. BS in Information Technology/Visual  Communications. MBA/Technology Management. MIS &#8211; Master of Information Systems. Doctor of Management/Information Systems and  Technology.</p>
<p>Kaplan  University can offer you 6 associate&#8217;s degrees and 6 bachelor&#8217;s degrees  with specialization in different information technology areas. Among those are:   AAS in Computer Information Systems. AASCIS/Java. AASCIS/Networking. AASCIS/Programming. AASCIS/Web Development. AASCIS/Wireless Networking. BS in Information Technology. BSIT/Database. BSIT/Multimedia and Animation. BSIT/Networking. BSIT/Programming. BSIT/Web Development.</p>
<p>Kaplan&#8217;s associate&#8217;s programs can move you onto a new career path in less than 18  months!</p>
<p>Colorado Technical University has an online program  with four information technology degrees at the bachelor&#8217;s level, and two  technology degrees at the master&#8217;s level:  B.S. in Business Administration &#8211; Information  Technology. B.S. in Information Technology &#8211; Software  Systems Engineering. B.S. in Information Technology &#8211; Network  Management. B.S. in Information Technology &#8211;  Security. M.S. in Management &#8211; Information Systems  Security. M.S. in Management &#8211; Information Technology  Management.</p>
<p>There are many areas of expertise within the field of technology that are in  demand today. For further information, click on any above program of interest and  fill out the information request form. The choice is yours: if you have the  initiative, an online technology education is there with a  career path on the other side.</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[There are an extraordinary number of schools that provide education programs  today in the field of technology. Generally, in the educational world, technology  is loosely separated into the fields of computer science and information  technology (IT).
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<p>Computer science learning programs,  at the college level, grew out of the electrical engineering departments at many  schools. Many universities still issue degrees in electrical  engineering with a computer science specialty. But, the point is that the  term &#8220;computer science&#8221; covers the science of all types of technology  hardware, from routers, to fiber optic switches, to laptop screens.</p>
<p>Information technology programs  include the study of computer data and its transmission in many forms. The Internet and its functions fall under information technology, as do computer  networks and databases. Digital graphics is a form of information technology. The  two terms divide an enormous body of learning into the loosely defined areas of  hardware and the data that the hardware puts out.</p>
<p>Virtually all community colleges will have associate&#8217;s degree programs in computer  science, information technology or other academic spin-offs. Traditional  universities also provide majors in computer science and in information  technology. You can also find a good deal of specialization and a much more  direct course to a degree through an online  college.</p>
<p>There are institutes and schools that specialize in certification courses for  many of the technical support jobs that make technology systems work. CDI College  is an online school with perhaps 20 different courses of study in computer  networking, programming and maintenance. Everest College is a school with nine  campuses and an online program that offers courses in such topics as computer information systems, advanced microcomputer applications, and applied office  technology. These online  schools and others like them focus on the field of certification for  specific technology skill sets.</p>
<p>Westwood  College is an online school with 2 technology bachelor&#8217;s programs:  information systems security and computer network management. Their 2 associate&#8217;s  degree programs in technology specialize in computer network engineering and  technical management.</p>
<p>University of Phoenix Online has a series of bachelor&#8217;s and  master&#8217;s degrees that center on IT, many combined with a concentration on  business:  Associate of Arts in Information  Technology. Associate of Arts in IT/Networking. Associate of Arts in IT/Visual  Communication. Bachelor of Science in Business/ e-Business. Bachelor of Science in Business/Information  Systems. Bachelor of Science in Information  Technology. Bachelor of Science in IT/Information System  Security. Bachelor of Science in IT/Visual  Communication. MBA/Technology Management. MIS &#8211; Master of Information Systems. Doctor of Management/Information Systems and  Technology.</p>
<p>Boston University&#8217;s online affiliate Metropolitan College offers a bachelor&#8217;s in  computer science and a bachelor&#8217;s in management information systems. Their  master&#8217;s programs include computer science/security and computer information  systems/security. Those two degrees provide a clear illustration of the split  between computer science (hardware) and IT (data).</p>
<p>Kaplan  University is another online institute with a comprehensive set of  educational technology programs. They have 6 associate&#8217;s degrees and 6 bachelor&#8217;s  degrees in such majors as database, web development, networking computer  information systems, and wireless networking.</p>
<p>These are a selection of online technology institutes that provide a  wide spectrum of educational opportunity. Select your field of interest, and then  go shopping for a technology institute that will teach you what you need to  know.</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[Careers in technology can be found at every professional level and, today, you  can find courses taught for every type of job. For purposes of discussion, it  helps to divide the field of technology into two roughly drawn areas: computer  science and information technology.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Technology Man" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/engineer-man.jpg" border="0" alt="Technology Man" width="120" height="120" />Careers in technology can be found at every professional level and, today, you  can find courses taught for every type of job. For purposes of discussion, it  helps to divide the field of technology into two roughly drawn areas: computer  science and information technology.</p>
<p>Computer science is the study of  technology&#8217;s hardware: what the component parts are, how the parts are built, and  how the parts work. This can apply as much to a network router as it applies to a  computer. Information technology deals with the  use of the computer&#8217;s output: digital data in an assortment of formats. Thus,  information technology (IT) includes the functions of the Internet, computer  networks, software design, database security, and so forth.</p>
<p>Colleges and  universities have developed curricula for many subdivisions of these two  broad areas. Degree levels ranging from an associate&#8217;s to a doctorate can be  found for computer science, information technology and related fields of study.  About 40% of America&#8217;s colleges and universities offer some form of extension  learning or online education  program, and there are many colleges that function solely online as well.  So, availability for technology schools is widespread &#8211; local  community colleges, universities, or online schools all have technology programs.</p>
<p>There are courses of study for jobs in technology that do not lead a college  diploma. 9- to 18-month programs that result in certification for the student can  be found in areas such as network maintenance, office software, computer  maintenance and other technical support positions. Examples of these types of  certificates can be found at CDI College:  CISCO Certified Network Administrator. Network Administrator. Network and Internet Security Specialist. Network and Internet Support Specialist. Network Support Specialist. Programmer/Network Support Analyst. Computer Programmer/Web Developer. Programmer Analyst/Internet Solutions Developer. Programmer Analyst/Web Developer. Computer Business Applications Specialist. Computer Programmer.</p>
<p>While CDI focuses on certification programs, Capella  University is an online college at the other end of the educational  spectrum, offering four master of science degree programs in information  technology:  MS in IT &#8211; General Information  Technology. MS in IT &#8211; Information Security. MS in IT &#8211; Network Architecture and  Design. MS in IT &#8211; System Design and  Programming.</p>
<p>Kaplan University fills in the middle ground with 6  associate&#8217;s degrees and 6 bachelor&#8217;s degrees in information technology. Among  their fields of specialization are the following:  AAS in Computer Information Systems. AASCIS/Java. AASCIS/Networking. AASCIS/Programming. AASCIS/Wireless Networking. BS in Information Technology. BSIT/Database. BSIT/Multimedia and Animation. BSIT/Networking. BSIT/Programming. BSIT/Web Development.</p>
<p>Generally, online technology degrees will take less  time to complete than those offered at a traditional university or college. If  you have college credits from previous experience, some of them may be  transferable. An associate&#8217;s degree can take as little as 13 months and, a  bachelor&#8217;s, 2 to 3 years.</p>
<p>The range of educational options and professional opportunities is wide and  getting wider all the time. Credentialing programs are becoming very specific,  with online training  programs available in certain computer languages or code writing. College  degrees are also being developed that focus on an increasing number of  specialties, such as microelectronics and fiber optic networking. There is an  option to match almost any level of initiative and area of interest.</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[For educational purposes, it is often convenient to separate the computer  technology field into two areas: computer science and information technology. The  reason for this is simply that the educational institutions seem to have made  this division in their academic designs for courses of study.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="Technology Team" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/engineer-team.jpg" border="0" alt="Technology Team" width="120" height="120" />For educational purposes, it is often convenient to separate the computer  technology field into two areas: computer science and information technology. The  reason for this is simply that the educational institutions seem to have made  this division in their academic designs for courses of study.</p>
<p>Academically, computer science seems to have sprung from many schools&#8217; electrical  engineering departments. In some cases, the computer sciences remain there and a  school may offer a bachelor&#8217;s degree in  electrical engineering with specialization in computer science. Other  universities &#8211; and online  colleges &#8211; have dedicated entire departments and/or separate courses of  study to computer science.</p>
<p>The field of information technology (IT) has developed as data generated by  computers has become essential in the everyday economic functions of this country  and most others. Information technology pervades our everyday lives. The Internet  is a manifestation of information technology; as is the ATM machine, e-mail, the  automated gas pump at the filling station, and the timed stoplights on our  boulevards. Electronically transmitted data has become an essential social  reality.</p>
<p>Getting an education in these fields and seeking a related career is a good bet  on the future. Degrees in computer science and in information technology are available  at every degree level, from associate to doctorate.</p>
<p>There are also degrees in associated fields, such as networking (for IT) and  microelectronics (for computers). Traditional colleges and universities all have  academic resources committed to these fields of study. However, as the  traditional college experience has become costly and remains time-consuming,  increasing numbers of people are turning to online  education as a practical alternative.</p>
<p>Accredited  online colleges have become a resource for people wishing to switch  careers or to climb the ladder in their current profession. For young people who  must work to support themselves, online education has also become an  alternative.</p>
<p>The University of Phoenix Online orients its technology courses  through its school of business. As an example of what is available to the would- be student, here are the technology degrees offered by University of Phoenix  Online:  BS in Business/e-Business. BS in Business/Information Systems. BS in Information Technology. BS in Information Technology/Information System  Security. BS in Information Technology/Visual  Communications. MBA/Technology Management. MIS &#8211; Master of Information Systems. Doctor of Management/Information Systems and  Technology.</p>
<p>There are also IT degrees available from Kaplan  University at both the associate&#8217;s and bachelor&#8217;s level. Their two-year  associate&#8217;s programs include degrees in the following areas:  AAS in Computer Information Systems. AASCIS/Java. AASCIS/Networking. AASCIS/Programming. AASCIS/Web Development.</p>
<p>Kaplan&#8217;s Bachelor Information Technology program includes:  BS in Information Technology. BSIT/Database. BSIT/Multimedia and Animation. BSIT/Networking. BSIT/Programming. BSIT/Web Development.</p>
<p>These are only two of the many online opportunities out there for you to begin  exploring your degree in information technology. These  degrees can be achieved in less time than is required at a traditional  university. It&#8217;s an investment in your future that is worth looking into.</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[Approximately half of the reputed universities and colleges offer some kind of off campus learning course. These courses are also called distance education programs. Though being off campus or distance learning, these courses are also mainstream source of training and education. A number of well-established online colleges provide courses for a number of vigorous technology [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><img class="article_img" style="Technology man thinking" title="engineer-man.jpg" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/engineer-man.jpg" border="0" alt="engineer-man.jpg" width="120" height="120" /><span>Approximately half of the reputed </span><span>universities and colleges</span><span> offer some kind of off campus learning course. These courses are also called distance education programs. Though being off campus or distance learning, these courses are also mainstream source of training and education. A number of well-established online colleges provide courses for a number of vigorous technology programs. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>Degrees or programs in Technology usually revolve around the areas of </span><span>computer science</span><span> and IT. These online or distance learning </span><span>schools</span><span> provide education in both the above mentioned subjects. The technology degrees offered by these colleges are available for every degree level such as : </span><span>Associate</span><span>’s degrees in technology, </span><span>Bachelor</span><span>’s degrees in technology, </span><span>Master</span><span>’s degrees in technology, </span><span>Doctorate</span><span> degrees in technology, Certification courses in technology.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>To start with, an associate’s or bachelor’s degree is a good course if you are a beginner. Professionals in the IT industry usually keep updating themselves by constantly doing the latest courses and obtaining higher degrees. The online programs are of immense value to these professionals. Besides growth in the career, these courses also help in boosting confidence in the person.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>Kaplan </span><span>University</span><span> is a very widely known online school. It offers a number of comprehensive courses in the field of technology. The Associate’s of </span><span>Science</span><span> in </span><span>Computer</span><span> Information Systems degrees include: AAS in Computer Information Systems, AASCIS/Java, AASCIS/</span><span>Networking</span><span>, AASCIS/</span><span>Programming</span><span>, AASCIS/Web Development, AASCIS Wireless Networking.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>Kaplan University’s Bachelor’s of Science in </span><span>Information Technology</span><span> degrees include: Advanced Start BS in Information Technology, BS in Information Technology, BSIT/</span><span>Database</span><span>, BSIT/</span><span>Multimedia</span><span> and Animation, BSIT/Networking, BSIT/Programming, BSIT/Web Development. These degrees cater to various jobs in the IT industry. This shows the range of jobs and degrees that are found in the technology world today. In Information technology, networking is an entirely different field totally separate from programming and software yet plays a very integral part in both. Web development is another field which is so big that it could he made into a totally separate subject. Java is just one aspect of Internet and animation courses. Database management and database security though appears similar are two different fields altogether. For those interested technology offers a vast spectrum of opportunities in earning a degree or a livelihood.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>West wood college online offers a variety of degrees. They are associate’s degree in computer networking and a Bachelor’s degree in computer network Management. One can earn the first degree to enter into the field of technology and later with some experience can go for the updated Bachelor’s program. The Bachelor’s program in Information systems security of the same college empowers you with the knowledge of database protection. To acquire knowledge in an area of technology, which is, totally different from the above mentioned, one can opt for Associate degree in software design.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>Some of the important online courses for the technology industry is offered by warren National University Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and Software engineering one two of them.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>If you are interested in Kennedy-Western, they offer a Bachelor’s in Technology Management. For those having an interest in the technology and business, they can opt for a Bachelor’s in E-business.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="normal;"><span>At traditional on campus colleges it takes 2 years to earn an Associate’s degree and four to earn a bachelor’s degree. In online colleges the course duration are short. That is why many students transfer credits from former college classes into these new courses. With accelerated learning techniques it takes about a year to year and half to complete an Associate’s degree and about 2-3 years for a Bachelor’s degree.</span></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[You can get a great start in the fields of engineering and technology through online engineering and technology programs. There has been a great deal of concentration on technology in the online schools, particularly those centered around computer science. Degree programs for online schools in the field of engineering range from associates to masters in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="article_img" title="bill gates lecture" src="http://www.college-pages.com/images/category/engineering-and-technology/bill-gates-in-classroom.jpg" border="0" alt="bill gates lecture" width="120" height="120" />You can get a great start in the fields of engineering and technology through online engineering and technology programs. There has been a great deal of concentration on technology in the online schools, particularly those centered around computer science. Degree programs for online schools in the field of engineering range from associates to masters in various areas of the field. For people who are already working in the engineering industry, online colleges offer individual courses to give them the skills needed to further their careers. If you are a programmer, for example, you can obtain a certificate in C++ programming or earn a technology degree through distance learning if you need it for a new job prospect. Even if you are a beginner to the computer languages, you can still get a certificate in the field to enhance your skills and learn on the job.</p>
<p>For the more traditional engineering fields, you can take engineering courses in the areas of civil or electrical engineering, both of which will give you excellent opportunities to get started in these fields. You can obtain associates degrees online from engineering schools that provide the introductory material for these professions and will also allow you to earn a bachelors while taking on an entry level job in the engineering industry. For working professionals who wish to further their formal education, there are schools that provide masters programs in electrical or mechanical engineering.</p>
<p>In the computer sciences and technology education, you&#8217;ll find an array of options for online programs. At Kaplan University alone, there are six online associates degrees that include majors in computer information systems, Java, network administration, programming, web development and wireless networking. Those are just the beginner levels of online education, but they can often help you get your foot in the door of a technology company. Kaplan also offers a distance learning program for a bachelors degree in information technology (IT). The areas of specialization in this online program include database, multimedia, information management and web development. This is just a small list at one single school, there are many more options available at many different online schools.</p>

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