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In the Applied Computing and Informatics Program (ACMP), you will gain practical skills to solve real world problems. You'll dive into areas such as data analytics, software development, and user experience design, ensuring your creations are not only effective but also engaging.
The flexible nature of our program allows for many pathways including design and innovation, where you will combine technology and art to engineer experiences that are meaningful, effective, and ethical. We also feature a pathway into biomedical informatics, where you will learn to apply cutting edge data science and machine learning skills in healthcare and biomedicine.
$98.6k
average salary for this degree*
22.4%
increased demand for careers in applied computing in the past 5 years**
7:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
Program Overview
In the Applied Computing and Informatics program you will solve real-world problems through the design, development, and evaluation of software and systems. Drawing on a solid foundation in computer science and human-computer interaction (HCI), the program emphasizes practical skills essential for computing professionals and software developers, including understanding user needs, developing innovative applications, and implementing technology solutions across various industries.
With technology advancing beyond traditional platforms, there's a growing demand for experts who can design intuitive, effective, and engaging digital solutions. This program prepares you to meet these challenges, focusing on building broad knowledge of modern technology systems and creating technologies that are not only functional but also user-friendly and tailored to enhance human experiences in business, healthcare, and beyond.
Careers in Applied Computing and Informatics
| Career area of focus | Job titles in this area | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Creation | Front-end Developer | Software Engineer | Principal/Lead Software Engineer |
| User-centered Design | User Interface (UI) Designer | User Experience (UX) Designer | Design Manager |
| Invention | Product Designer | Principal Designer | Founder / CEO |
| Analysis | Data Analyst | Data Scientist | Data Analytics Manager |
| Biomedicine | Biomedical Data Technician | Biostatistician | Bioinformatics Researcher |
| Health Informatics | Clinical Research Coordinator | Electronic Health Record (EHR) Data Manager | Chief Information Officer (CIO) in Healthcare |
Program Details
It is easy to get started with a degree in Applied Computing and Informatics. For new students starting ACMP, the first semester gets you right into computing classes. You will sample concepts from human-centered computing, digital health, and prepare for college success while learning the principles of computing. As you move into your second and third semesters you will get started with coding, learn how to analyze data, and be introduced to machine learning. The degree offers minimal curricular complexity and a lot of flexibility. This means it is easy to transfer credits into ACMP or combine it with other disciplines (e.g., for double majors).
View the Applied Computing and Informatics Catalog for more specific details.
Concentrations
Design and Innovation
At the intersection of aesthetics and technology, a concentration in Design and Innovation prepares you to unlock the power of creative problem-solving, blending cutting-edge computing techniques with innovative design principles to develop solutions that are as intuitive as they are transformative.
Biomedical Informatics
Where technology meets healthcare and biomedicine, the Biomedical Informatics concentration enables you to harness the power of data and computational methods to improve human health. Prepare to be at the forefront of medical research or to design systems that improve patient care and hospital operations.