Find your career in a data-driven world
Informatics is a rapidly developing field focusing on using technology, data and information to solve complex problems.
The BAS degree in Applied Computing focuses on the core of information theory in a discipline-independent form and a focus area of system administration, software development, information management, and digital design.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 12 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.
$66,000
Average salary according to Payscale.com
Software Development
Career Areas:
Editorial/Media
Consulting and advising
Software development
Web design
System Administration
Career Areas:
Network management
Information technology services
Network security and analysis
Information technology support
Information Management
Career Areas:
Marketing
Editorial/Media
Database management
Digital repository
Digital Design
Career Areas:
Game development
Instructional design
Data visualization
Training simulation design
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Sample Job Titles and
Salary Ranges
| Software Development Track | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Software Developer, Systems Software | $62,500 - $96,600 |
| Video Game Software Test Engineer | $42,200 - $79,900 |
| Instructional Designer and Technologist | $33,700 - $59,300 |
| Online/Web Project Manager | $65,000 - $105,000 |
| System Administration Track | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Computer Systems Engineer/Architect | $42,200 - $79,900 |
| Network Administrator/Network Engineer | $43,400 - $71,000 |
| Online Researcher/Information Broker | $20,000 - $73,880 |
| -Business Analyst/Management Analyst |
$43,900 - $78,500 |
| Information Management Track | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Geographic Information Systems Technician | $42,200 - $79,900 |
| Database Analyst | $65,000 - $85,000 |
| Marketing Research Analyst | $33,770 - $61,070 |
| Auditor, Electronic Data Processing | $45,000 - $60,000 |
| Digital Design Track | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Software Developer, Applications | $55,000 - $89,300 |
| Web Administrator/Webmaster | $42,200 - $79,900 |
| Multimedia and Graphic Artists | $34,800 - $60,800 |
| Distance Learning Coordinator | $41,000 - $76,700 |
Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2011)
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