Information Systems and Technology
Program Officer
Kehinde Adesanya "Kenny", LCDR, USN
Glasgow Hall East, Room E309
(732) 485-6203
kehinde.adesanya@nps.edu
Academic Associate
Seth Gibson
Glasgow West, Room 3010
(831) 656-3635, DSN 756-3635
seth.gibson@nps.edu
Brief Overview
The Information Systems Technology program is part of the larger Information Sciences, Systems, and Operations (ISSO) discipline. The ISSO curricula consist of the Professional Practice Core and seven degree tracks: Computer Sciences; Joint C4I Systems; Information Systems and Technology; Information Warfare; Intelligence Information Management; Modeling, Virtual Environments, and Simulation; and Space Systems Operations. The Professional Practice Core consists of material in Information Sciences and Technology; Command and Control; C4ISR Systems; Acquisition; C4ISR System Evaluation; Information Operations/Warfare; and Enterprise Policy, Strategy, and Change.
This program provides officers with knowledge of information systems technology to include computer and telecommunications systems, software engineering, networked and distributed applications, database management systems, and decision support systems in the military services. Students will also gain proficiency in information systems, economics, and management necessary for the critical management decisions needed in the development and utilization of complex and evolving computer-based military systems.
Information Systems Technology is an interdisciplinary, graduate-level, master's program integrating mathematics, accounting, economics, statistics, computer science, information systems, communications engineering, networks, and management disciplines. This program is sponsored by the Headquarters USMC, Director of Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4).
Requirements for Entry
A baccalaureate degree, or the equivalent, with above-average grades in mathematics (including differential and integral calculus) resulting in an academic profile code (APC) of at least 325 is required for direct entry. Students lacking these quantitative prerequisites may be acceptable for the program, through a twelve-week refresher, providing their undergraduate records and/or other indicators of success, such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), indicate a capability for graduate-level work. While previous computer, communications, or information systems experience is certainly helpful, it is not essential. International students should refer to the Admissions section for current TOEFL and entrance requirements.
Convenes
Summer
Program Length
Information Systems Technology is an eight-quarter course of study. If further information is needed, contact the Academic Associate or Program Officer for this program.
Degree
Requirements for the Master of Science in Information Technology Management degree are met as a milestone en route to satisfying the Educational Skill Requirements established by the curricular program's sponsor.
Master of Science in Information Technology Management
The Master of Science in Information Technology Management degree will be awarded at the completion of the appropriate interdisciplinary program. The Master of Science in Information Technology Management requires:
- Completion or validation of core courses in each of the following disciplines:
- Information Systems
- Computer Science
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Systems Management
- Completion of a minimum of 52 hours of graduate-level courses, at least 20 hours of which are at the 4000 level.
- Completion of an acceptable thesis.
- Approval of the candidate's program by the Chairman, Information Sciences Department.
Subspecialty
Navy none.
U.S. Marine Corps officers completing this program fulfill the requirements for MOS 8848.
Required Courses
The following notional courses are required.
| CC3000 | Command and Control | | 4 | 0 |
| CC4250 | Enterprise Architecture | | 4 | 0 |
| CS3600 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | | 4 | 1 |
| EO3502 | Telecommunications Systems Technology | | 4 | 0 |
| IS3001 | Information Sciences for Defense | | 3 | 0 |
| IS3200 | Enterprise Systems Analysis and Design | | 3 | 2 |
| IS3201 | Enterprise Database Management Systems | | 4 | 2 |
| IS3301 | Computer-Based Tools for Decision Support | | 3 | 2 |
| IS3330 | Research Methods for Information Sciences | | 3 | 0 |
| IS3333 | Thesis Research for Information Sciences | | 2 | 0 |
| IS3460 | Networked Autonomous and Unmanned Systems | | 4 | 0 |
| IS3502 | Network Operations I | | 4 | 2 |
| IS4031 | Economic Evaluation for Enterprise Technology Investments | | 4 | 0 |
| IS4182 | Enterprise Information Systems Strategy and Policy | | 4 | 0 |
| IS4220 | Technology Enabled Process Improvement | | 3 | 2 |
| IS4300 | Project Management for Enterprise Systems | | 3 | 2 |
| IS4520 | Systems Thinking and Modeling for a complex World | | 4 | 0 |
| IW3101 | Military Operations in the Information Environment | | 4 | 0 |
| MA1010 | Algebra and Trigonometry | | V | 0 |
| MN3154 | Financial Management in the Armed Forces | | 3 | 0 |
| MN3331 | Principles of Acquisition and Program Management | | 5 | 1 |
| MN4125 | Managing Planned Change in Complex Organizations | | 4 | 0 |
| MO1901 | Mathematics for ISSO | | 4 | 0 |
| NW3230 | Strategy & War | | 4 | 2 |
| OS3105 | Statistics for Technical Management | | 4 | 1 |
| SS3011 | Space Technology and Applications | | 3 | 0 |
| SS3613 | Military Satellite Communications | | 3 | 0 |
Each student in the Information Systems and Technology program will choose a specialization track no later than the start of the third quarter of study. Current track specializations offered by the Information Sciences Department are:
Network Management Track
Prerequisites
Network Track Courses (Choose 3)
Computer and Information Security Track
| CC4250 | Enterprise Architecture | | 4 | 0 |
Track Courses (Choose 3)
| CS3670 | Secure Management of Systems | | 3 | 2 |
| CS3695 | Network Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Mitigation | | 3 | 2 |
| CS3690 | Network Security | | 4 | 1 |
| CS4677 | Computer Forensics | | 3 | 2 |
Information Operations/Information Warfare Track
(Classified: U.S. Only)
Prerequisite
| IW3101 | Military Operations in the Information Environment | | 4 | 0 |
Track Courses (Choose 3)
| IO4300 | Planning and Execution of Military Operations in the Information Environment | | 3 | 2 |
| IW3921 | Non-Kinetic Warfare | | 3 | 0 |
| IW4500 | Information Warfare Systems Engineering | | 3 | 2 |
USN Space Cadre
Prerequisite (Already in Matrix)
| SS3011 | Space Technology and Applications | | 3 | 0 |
| SS3613 | Military Satellite Communications | | 3 | 0 |
Track Courses
| PH2514 | Introduction to the Space Environment | | 4 | 0 |
| PH3052 | Physics of Space and Airborne Sensor Systems | | 4 | 0 |
Acquisition Track
Prerequisite (Already in Matrix)
| MN3331 | Principles of Acquisition and Program Management | | 5 | 1 |
Track Courses (Choose 3)
| MN3307 | Enterprise Innovation Design | | 4 | 0 |
| MN3309 | Software Acquisition Management for Defense Systems | | 3 | 2 |
| MN3318 | Operational Contract Support & Contingency Contracting | | 3 | 0 |
| SE4011 | Systems Engineering for Acquisition Managers | | 3 | 2 |
Cyber Systems Track
(Classified: U.S. Only)
Prerequisite (Already in Matrix)
| CS3600 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | | 4 | 1 |
| IS3502 | Network Operations I | | 4 | 2 |
Track Courses
| CY4700 | Defensive Cyberspace Operations | | 3 | 3 |
| CY4710 | Adversarial Cyberspace Operations | | 3 | 2 |
There may be other available courses based upon clearance (TS/SCI) and experience.
Students with a strong educational or experience background in information systems or computer science may be eligible to validate certain requirements. Students who have validated certain courses will be required to substitute additional courses into their educational plan. These courses may include additional courses of study within their specialization track or other courses offered within the Information Sciences Department or other related fields of study. The Academic Associate and the Program Officer must approve all changes to the matrix.
Educational Skill Requirements (ESR)
Information Systems Technology Program
Engineering, Management and Problem Solving: The Information Systems and Technology graduate shall have the knowledge, skills, and competencies to engineer information systems afloat and ashore; manage information systems, centers, and commands afloat and ashore; and solve information systems engineering and management problems individually and in teams. These general Educational Skill Requirements are supported by the following topical Educational Skill Requirements.
- Space, Information Warfare and Command and Control Professional Practices: The officer shall possess skills in the ISSO core subject areas of Science and Technology (Information Technology, Communications, Space, and Sensors), Analysis and Evaluation (Statistics, Operations Analysis, and System Evaluation), Operations Information Management and Systems (C2, C4ISR, Information Operations, and Acquisition Management).
- Software Development: The officer must have a thorough knowledge of modern software development to include: an understanding of the software development process; the ability to plan and implement a major programming project and develop the appropriate documentation; the ability to utilize object-oriented techniques in system design; and the ability to use modern software development tools in the construction of modeling, virtual environment, and simulation systems.
- Information Systems Technology: The officer must have a thorough knowledge of information systems technology to include: computer system components, computer networks, computer and network security, communication systems and networks, software engineering, database management systems, decision support and expert systems.
- Information Systems Analysis and Management: The officer must master the following concepts to effectively manage information system assets: managerial concepts, evaluation of information systems, systems analysis and design, management of information systems, adapting to technological, organizational, and economic changes.
- Military Applications: The officer must be able to combine analytical methods and technical expertise with operational experience for effective military applications to include: DoD decision-making process on information systems, information technology acquisition management, DoD computer and telecommunications, C4ISR, C2W, and military use of commercial telecommunications systems.
- Independent Research: The graduate will demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research analysis, and proficiency in communicating the results in writing and orally by means of a thesis and a command-oriented briefing. The research in information technology and its management will include problem formulation, decision criteria specification, decision modeling, data collection and experimentation, analysis, and evaluation.
Program Sponsor and ESR Approval Authority
HQMC C4. May 2016.