What Is an Information Technology Degree (IT Degree)

[@zach240]

I think you need a bigger microphone.

[@MarkEndsley]

Oh Yeah! I'm working on it!

[@uypat]

Thank you for this explanation! As a person who doesn't know whether to pick IT or computer science, I found this video really helpful :)

[@MarkEndsley]

Thanks, I hope your choice goes well either way.

[@LisaKinoti]

Thank you so so much for this! Was debating between the two and I like them both but I want to concentrate on Web Development and Communication software(s), and from past experience, programming doesn't bother me at all, although it requires a lot of time and practice. All in all, I feel like IT is more flexible, while Computer Science is more concentrated, so I opted for IT. I just needed that extra boost to give me confidence that I have chosen the right path for me, and your video has helped me to feel more at ease with my decision. Looking forward to joining the IT world.

[@MarkEndsley]

I'm very glad to hear that it has helped you! I wish you the best of luck. Don't forget to have fun.

[@LisaKinoti]

@@MarkEndsley Absolutely!!! 😀 Computers are fun for me.

[@_.movieswithvasu07]

@@LisaKinoti I hope it was a good decision for you.... I'm too looking forward to do an it degree instead of computer science coz math was not really my cup of tea.........

[@thu3833]

I’m entirely new to all this and I’m so glad I came across your video, thank you so much !

[@egnerozo1160]

Same here... I was confused

[@thu3833]

@@egnerozo1160 I'm still ocnfused but this video helped a lot haha, I'm just confused about the major 'Information Technology'..

[@raza838]

Glad you kept this video up. Very informational. I'm looking to get my B.S in IT, but I want to focus on Data analysis. However, I didn't choose to major in Data science, because I'm kind of torn between cyber security.

[@raza838]

@@arigarcia3560 I ended up choosing to pursue a BAS in IT management (with a focus on Data Analytics) :) I'm taking my first 2 of 4 classes this semester.

[@kristhomas8295]

@@raza838 Nice!

[@campagnollo]

I think the best analogy with tech is to be compared with the medical field. tech support = paramedic. IT Degree network, server operations or admin = nursing, IT Degree software developer = Medical Doctor, CS Degree This is not saying one is better than the other. Some people would prefer tech support over looking at code all day, even if the pay is lower. The most important factor is what makes you happy.

[@JoshuaOforibika]

What an awesome video have been admitted into the course though just quite confused though since i wanted computer science but couldn't get i option for information technology and from what you have said it is not a bad course

[@minatoarisato4742]

Thank you for laying out the differences between Computer Science and Information Technology. I recently graduated highschool and I'm thinking about going to the technology field but I don't want to do high leveled math that's included in Computer Science. But, I feel like I'm able to do information technology with enough practice and research.

[@MarkEndsley]

I wish you luck, it has turned out very well for me.

[@_.movieswithvasu07]

I hope that proved to be a good decision of yours..... Can you tell some of your experience, I'm too deciding to pursue a degree in IT......

[@sweetsolace9877]

Just subscribed! Your channel is so informative and is really getting me excited for my courses. I think this is the right path for me. Thank you so much!

[@MarkEndsley]

Thanks! I'm happy to help!

[@riveraharoldq1678]

thank you for explaining about Information technology

[@MarkEndsley]

Yeah, it shouldn't be this hard to just choose a degree, but it is.

[@marshallhyasi6213]

For the info you provided you really deserve a bigger mic ! Thanks !!

[@MarkEndsley]

Yeah I dumped that one for a much smaller one. It was almost worth using for the jokes.

[@adjeteysowah3895]

Thanks a lot. I loved how you explained with illustrations

[@MarkEndsley]

I'm happy it helped!

[@missnaa6759]

Thanks. I was confused and this is so informational and educative

[@MarkEndsley]

Awesome! I'm glad I could help

[@OMARAB-s2v]

very helpful video many thanks

[@MarkEndsley]

Glad it was helpful!

[@passportbro904]

I major in IT in 2 years, im 39 years old, new career, so excited. Im doing an IT and networking degree

[@MarkEndsley]

I wish you the best of luck! Have a good time.

[@olympic-ass-eater]

U have bachelor?

[@passportbro904]

Great video seriously, made me even more determined.

[@MarkEndsley]

i'm happy to help

[@bririchardson4321]

You are so cute and helpful! This video is super informative thank you!

[@MarkEndsley]

Thanks! I'm a little down tonight, that got my chin up!

[@FootballWatch]

Very informative thank you

[@ebecerra2789]

Awesome! Thank you so much for the facts; personal path; tips and overall explanation of the differences! Great internship with ServiceNow. I use it with Workday everyday Data Administration Human Capital Management (HR). What would you recommend is a good path to combine business and IT/Information Systems?

[@MarkEndsley]

Information Systems is generally the perfect middle ground between Technical and Management. If you want to go more on the business side, IT = Technical, IS = Tech Business, Business = Business. So I'd say depending on where you want to fall on that spectrum mix and match minors. I have a video on this exact thing you should check out.

[@ebecerra2789]

Thank you Mark! Catching up on the rest of your videos. Appreciate your wisdom and you passing down the knowledge on your channel! Starting a BS in IT with Brandman University sponsored by my company will this be a credible source as a base for then to specialize with certificates?

[@thu3833]

There are concentrations to choose from at the IT BS program in my school (15-24 credits) I’m wondering which concentration did you choose? Did you have prior IT knowledge before starting your bachelor’s degree?

[@MarkEndsley]

Good questions, yes there are. Web development is one, I chose to go with Security. The one thing I learned is that I did not want to specialize in security, but it still came in handy

[@thu3833]

@@MarkEndsley Interesting. Is application developer (your job title) the same as web developer? And do you remember how many credits/classes you took for your specialization at your Information Technology program? Thank you for replying (appreciate very much) I hope you have a great day!

[@danielkusi2752]

I`m really terrible when it comes to mathematics, should i major in IT.

[@MarkEndsley]

Aside from needing to get through trig, there is a fair amount of Math in IT. You might find with practice you get better. It is less math intensive than many other STEM degrees though.

[@Ahoy123]

Nice!..

[@meheresha]

Thank you! Well i wanted to know that I’m not good or i can say I’m not that interested in math. And I’ve chosen IT. So will this create any problem for me?

[@ricardostuff9311]

Thanks a lot! Now i'm decided, i'll be an engineer ... i mean "real engineer"

[@Jaquelin-ps4td]

My plan is to receive an associate of science degree in cyber security

[@miffclick3358]

Bad idea

[@balkajian]

if i wnna continue cybersecurity should i go with IT or CS? or we have bachelor in cybersecurity?

[@Learn_English48]

Can I be a software quality assurance with IT degree.

[@MarkEndsley]

You absolutely can. It is one of the better degrees for that role.

[@Learn_English48]

Thanks for replying

[@user-jj6xp2ln4d]

Late response but can you get into the cybersecurity field with an IT degree

[@MarkEndsley]

Yes, but like everything else it is important that you partake in security related classes and activities.

[@princemafu7695]

Very informative!!!

[@MarkEndsley]

Glad it was helpful!

[@isaacstechreview3448]

what about computer (hardware) engineering?

[@MarkEndsley]

Computer Engineering is a very hard degree, but I know several people that have done it, and they are doing well. it could be a bit more software oriented than you think

[@Mykmylz]

Can you talk about writing undergraduate IT personal statement

[@MarkEndsley]

I've never heard of that, what is it?

[@Mykmylz]

@@MarkEndsley some universities ask for personal statement during the admission process

[@MarkEndsley]

@@Mykmylz I don't think I've ever written one so I don't think I could do a good video on this, thanks for the suggestion though, I always appreciate suggestions

[@CollinsKayode-jx8wp]

Can an IT personnel work remotely?

[@MarkEndsley]

Usually, but it depends on the role. As a developer you can usually work from home if the company supports it.

[@TytoOfWar]

so I can get into it if I suck at math or not in IT?

[@MarkEndsley]

Depends on how badly you suck at math.

[@TytoOfWar]

@@MarkEndsley I was able to pass College Algebra, with a looooot of help, and I needed cards written with how to do the process, cause there is so much that I just couldn't remember it. It would be fine if it only requires College Algebra, is that true?

[@MarkEndsley]

@@TytoOfWar my IT degree required up to trigonometry, but I would check at the individual university level.

[@TytoOfWar]

@@MarkEndsley I checked the classes, and as for Math, it only requires the College Algebra. As for both "Network Systems", and "Information Systems". I just got to choose which one I want lol

[@MarkEndsley]

@@TytoOfWar I wish you luck

[@issamhasan965]

can i become a video game developer with an IT degree?

[@MarkEndsley]

Perhaps, it's not the best degree to go that way... And I'm not sure you should go that way but yes.

[@lemonscenic6207]

Hello, is it possible I can become a web/app developer with an IT degree ?

[@MarkEndsley]

Yes, but it does depend on the type of app as to whether or not it is the best degree to take for doing it.

[@imbabywild6033]

would i be able to get a good career with this degree in a blue collar city like Lake Charles, Louisiana?

[@MarkEndsley]

I do see some fitting jobs, like the one I linked below. However, it is slim pickings I had to a bigger area to find my job. www.google.com/search?safe=off&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS850US850&sxsrf=ALeKk01p06vbhmAYJflrKEnwaSqbRgrcKg:1602632971677&ei=Cz2GX5LzKOrBytMP0oqp8A0&q=Lake+Charles,+Louisiana+database+admin+jobs&oq=Lake+Charles,+Louisiana+IT+jobs&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQAzIJCAAQyQ&ibp=htl;jobs&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjS5JD24bLsAhXhg3IEHfy0DgUQp4wCMAB6BAgeEAE#fpstate=tldetail&htivrt=jobs&htiq=Lake+Charles,+Louisiana+database+admin+jobs&htidocid=UiQUsb4M7PTPNLUSAAAAAA%3D%3D

[@imbabywild6033]

@@MarkEndsley thank you for the reply!

[@jerrygreyman]

Hello i like the video, which institution you you recommend for one to study a degree in I.T?

[@MarkEndsley]

I studied at UCF, and I would recommend that program. Beyond that it is hard for me to give you recommendations having not done them myself. I encourage you to look at the classes and ensure they are things you want to learn. I may do a video on this kind of thing in the future if I can find some time to research.

[@thu3833]

Are there more programming in CS than IT?

[@MarkEndsley]

I would say no, but at certain points they are different types of programming. Both CS Majors and IT Majors start with the same programming classes, eventually they part ways a bit. CS majors will go on to mostly use the more basic programming languages (as well as some old ones). They will write programs to simulate higher level algorithms. IT majors on the other hand will start doing web based, and database type programs. IT Majors should leave with close to the ability to write a webpage and connect it to a database.

[@allanshamseddin5473]

IT in the US is so different from Sweden wtf

[@MarkEndsley]

What is Sweden Like?

[@allanshamseddin5473]

@@MarkEndsley Well over here we treat it as a full on engineering degree, so basically all the high level maths computer science does, IT does aswell. This is IT in my school www.chalmers.se/sv/utbildning/program-pa-grundniva/Sidor/Informationsteknik.aspx it´s in swedish but you can translate it to english easily if you are interested.

[@asifsifat1664]

what about cybersecurity?

[@MarkEndsley]

Cybersecurity is a great field, but make sure you want to do it before you commit too much.

[@BlakeAyrl]

Do not get a degree!!!!! If you are young get certs like Comptia A+ Network+ or Securiry + and start out in a company @ entry level. Trust me, returns are better compared to college bills 36k left after 5 years.

[@miffclick3358]

Not going to get a job with certs 😂😂😂

[@Gyutti]

Can I have your number am from Kenya am taking information technology