The online program in Computer Applications provides computer application understanding, such as hardware, software, networking, and use of computers in education. Completion may lead to a subsequent endorsement from the Illinois State Board of Education.
Degree Opportunity
Add the endorsement courses to a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Middle Grades, or a Secondary Education program to earn this as a subsequent endorsement in addition to the teaching license.
Learning Outcomes
- Explore the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, be informed of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats, and practice techniques and gain tools for detecting and defending against cyber-attacks
- Learn the basics of learning, designing, selecting, and implementing technology that will enhance the educational process.
- Learn structured programming techniques, the fundamentals concepts of computer networking with practical applications, and how to model threats to computer systems.
- Gain knowledge in the areas of data communications, networking technologies, OSI model, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP layers and protocols, Internet architecture
- Meets ISBE’s requirement for earning a subsequent teaching endorsement in computer applications.
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An email address is required to create an account. To submit a paper application, visit the Resources & Forms page. Find more information about what type of student you are on the Student Types page. Applying for an online program is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus program.
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Submit required statements/writing sample
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Pay your application fee
You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.
Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;
International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Courses & Catalog Information
At the University of Illinois Springfield, you'll find a wide range of courses tailored to your interests and career goals. Explore your program details and get all the essential information you need to plan your future.
Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Bright OutlookTeach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily eng
Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$96,980
Wage Range
$49,460 – $170,200
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Doctoral degree, Bachelor’s degree
Computer Programmers
Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write comp
Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
Median Annual Wage
$100,390
Wage Range
$57,710 – $160,460
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, Some college, no degree
Computer Systems Analysts
Bright OutlookAnalyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perfo
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
Median Annual Wage
$105,850
Wage Range
$67,340 – $167,710
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Some college, no degree
Computer User Support Specialists
Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of comp
Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.
Median Annual Wage
$61,860
Wage Range
$40,980 – $100,540
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-secondary certificate, Associate’s degree
Computer and Information Research Scientists
Bright OutlookConduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.
Median Annual Wage
$140,300
Wage Range
$82,200 – $230,630
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Doctoral degree, Master’s degree
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system m
Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.
Median Annual Wage
$99,130
Wage Range
$62,640 – $155,050
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, Some college, no degree
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