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High School Students Research Careers in Information Techonolgy
Press Release - 10/16/2001 |
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Students from seven west Kentucky high schools converged on Murray State University November 19 and 20 to investigate career opportunities in computer related fields. Over 300 students participated in presentations by several faculty members and toured campus facilities where they observed demonstrations relating to various areas of study. A new program in Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering was explained in which current research uses the principles of physics to improve technical performance producing better products. When considering this program, an ACT score of 24+ is advisable. Students were informed about occupations that take new technology and incorporate it into a functional wide area or local area network for business and government agencies. This curriculum is part of Murray State University's Telecommunications Systems Management Program of Distinction, which now enrolls over 200 students. The students also found that the Department of Computer Information Systems offers career opportunities for those that want to become programmers. A recent student project that produced a game for the entertainment industry was demonstrated. Emphasis was placed on students preparing themselves for opportunities to surface as the economy regains momentum. The daylong program was so popular with the high schools that another day has been set aside in January by the university to handle a waiting list of over 100 students. If you would like to bring a group of students to investigate computer related careers contact Jeanie Carson at 270-762-3987.
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