Kennesaw State University offers new Master of Applied Computer Science degree
Kennesaw State University's status as an emerging leader in computer science and technology…
Georgia (Feb 8, 2002) — Kennesaw State University offers new Master of Applied Computer Science degree
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Abstract
Kennesaw State University's status as an emerging leader in computer science and technology
education was solidified recently when a new master's degree to be offered in fall
2002 was approved by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents.
The Master of Science in Applied Computer Science supports Kennesaw State's commitment
to Yamacraw − a state−sponsored initiative aimed at making Georgia a world leader
in the design of broadband communication systems and devices‚ as well as embedded
systems.
"Our graduates are prepared to make an impact with their employer immediately‚" said
Larry Peterson‚ dean of the College of Science and Mathematics. "Ours is a very practical
focus − to meet the needs of this job market here in Georgia and throughout the country."
That is certainly true of the new degree‚ which the Board of Regents fast−tracked
to help meet the state's demand for technology workers.
The five−semester‚ 22−month program is designed for experienced professionals with
at least two years' experience in information technology jobs who wish to increase
the depth and breadth of their knowledge in high−demand areas of applied computing‚
including embedded and distributed systems‚ high−performance computing and software
engineering. Administrators will coordinate their efforts with area employers‚ helping
to identify candidates within their respective organizations who would benefit most
from the new degree.
"Kennesaw State's niche in graduate programs is in the experienced professional arena‚"
said CSIS Department Chair Merle King‚ citing examples such as the Executive MBA and
the Master of Science in Conflict Management. "We've come in and taken what we know
to be a successful model and adapted it to computer science. It not only complements
what we do in the College of Science and Mathematics‚ but I think it reinforces the
image of Kennesaw State University as the place where experienced professionals go
for continuing education."
The new program‚ which is being directed by Ken Hoganson‚ will admit 25 students annually.
A Unix certification is embedded within the program‚ meaning graduates will receive
a master's degree in applied computer science‚ as well as a Unix certification unique
to KSU.
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Kennesaw State University‚ a progressive‚ comprehensive institution with a growing
student population of 14‚100‚ offers more than 50 degree programs. Out of 34 institutions‚
KSU is the sixth largest in the University System of Georgia.
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers more than 150 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its approximately 38,000 students. With 13 colleges on two metro Atlanta campuses, Kennesaw State is a member of the University System of Georgia and the third-largest university in the state. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 6 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status, and one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.
