Degree Requirements
To earn a Bachelor of Applied Science in IT Infrastructure, you must:
- Complete 120 semester credits (50 within the major)
- Complete at least 30 of the credits at the U of M, including 24 credits after admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science degree program
- Earn a 2.0 or better U of M cumulative grade point average
- Complete all prerequisites and major courses
You are encouraged to complete an internship or directed study during your final year in the program.
Curriculum
To prepare for admission to the information technology infrastructure major, you will complete course work in general education, math, physics, communication, and basic computer science.
Once admitted, you'll take courses that will build on your existing knowledge including:
- IT systems and operations
- Business management and finance
- Communication
See the Information Technology Infrastructure Major Curriculum Guide and course descriptions.
Planning for Your Degree
After you are admitted to the Information Technology Infrastructure major (see Admission and Registration), your academic adviser cceinfo@umn.edu or 612-624-4000) will assist you in planning your course of study. Keep the following key points in mind as you plan your degree:
Duration
The duration of the course of study is different for each student, depending on transferable credits and number of courses a student is able to take each semester.
Credit Load
Courses are usually three to four credits; the average part-time student enrolls in two to three courses per term.
Location and Scheduling
Courses are offered on the U of M Minneapolis campus at convenient late afternoon and evening times.
- Required Applied Business courses may be taken online.
- Before registering, check the University of Minnesota's One Stop for up-to-date course information including times, days and locations.
Sequencing and Prerequisites
Many of the courses in the Information Technology Infrastructure Curriculum have prerequisites and run in sequence. Therefore, care is needed when designing your course plan. To assist you in this process, the advising staff has compiled an Information Technology Infrastructure Tentative Course Schedule. Consult the Planning Guide for examples of four-year degree plans based on four core infrastructure areas.
