Are the majors called 'Information Technology' and 'Networking'? At my school we only had Computer Science and Information Systems (I.S.). Either way hiring departments are more interested in computer science. I majored in Information Systems and always got puzzled/confused looks during interviews. Even though all my classes involved networking, hardware/software, databases, programming, html, usability and project management.
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Are the majors called 'Information Technology' and 'Networking'? At my school we only had Computer Science and Information Systems (I.S.). Either way hiring departments are more interested in computer science. I majored in Information Systems and always got puzzled/confused looks during interviews. Even though all my classes involved networking, hardware/software, databases, programming, html, usability and project management.
((ReFleXioN)) EteRNaL
RIP MR. SMOKE
what level of math do you have to complete to get a degree in CS?
for me:
algebra
calculus
stat 1 and 2
discrete math
linear algebra
might as well include the analysis of algorithms class
proving big Oh, big Omega, big Theta. 
Depends on the school. At mine you had to take all the way up to Calc 4. It's one of the main reasons I switched to IT.
It's been a few years, but I think it was Calc II.
I think they call it the same at my school. I will double check later today.
I am leaning towards CS because I like programing. I also like computer engineering. What's your opinion on that major?
If you like programming and have solid math skills then CS is perfect for you. Honestly you can probably qualify for any I.T. job you want with a CS degree. I'm not saying its automatic/easy (experience trumps all), but no employer will knock you or have any confusion about your degree and capabilities.
had to do up to Calc II..calc 2 was a nightmare
((ReFleXioN)) EteRNaL
RIP MR. SMOKE
yea im fukkin terrible at math. that shyt is gonna be hell for me.
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For exams, check out mcsa 2012 and mcse 2012 certs.
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I just turned down 2 positions today paying 115k and 135k because it had a 30 minute commute. Like I said, I'm
fine Breh.But like I always say, what do I know, I'm just another lost nikka