The Computer Technology Engineer Program offers sound practice supported by cutting edge technologies related to tracking and identification (Radio Frequency Identification - RFID), Web usability, design of business solutions, quality in software engineering, and mobile applications. All of these areas of knowledge have enabled our graduates to develop successful projects for companies that have been acclaimed in national and international competitions.

Objective

To shape professionals specialized in computer technologies, capable of transforming the vision and goals of an organization into computer-based business solutions that will generate sustainable competitive advantages. They will know and apply different software computer technologies, networks, Internet, programming and algorithms, hardware, interfaces, data bases, and security and integration of technology. They will also learn to understand the business and personal requirements of the users of their systems.

Enrollment Profile

The candidates who enroll in this program are skilled in using office tools, mobile technologies, and Internet resources. They must also have scientific curiosity and an interest for carrying out experiments; an interest for technology and reading; an openness toward change and new ideas; a permanent willingness for self-learning and a strong mastery of technical English, as well as a desire to develop interpersonal communication skills. They are persistent, patient highly responsible, honest, and enjoy helping others.

Graduation Profile

Upon completion of their undergraduate degree, the students will have the following knowledge, skills, and attitudes:

Knowledge of: 

• Essential facts, concepts, principles, and theories related to designing solutions based on computer technologies.
• The use and application of updated concepts and practices of the basic core of computer technologies and basic sciences, in order to analyze, design, create and implement solutions for a wide variety of problems. 
• Modeling and design of computer applications, in a manner that demonstrates the student¿s understanding of the advantages and disadvantages involved in the choices of designs. 
• The design, implementation and assessment of a computer-based system, a process, a component or a program in order for it to comply with the desired needs. 
• Identification and analysis of the proper criteria and requirements to specify problems and to plan strategies for their solution. 
• Quantitative analysis of the effectiveness and limitations of computer applications in their current use and in their future development. 
• The practices and tools for specification, design, construction, integration, implementation, and assessment of computer applications. 
• How to explain and apply computer technologies and appropriate methodologies to help individuals and organizations in achieving their goals and objectives. 
• How to anticipate change in computer technology trends. Students will assess and communicate the use of new technology to individuals or organizations. 
• Translating from users' language to technical specifications and vice versa. 
• Management of computer technology projects in order to comply with the key variables of time, costs, and quality. 
• Application of the current techniques, tools, standards, and skills needed for their professional practice. 
• How to recognize and be guided by the ethical, social, and professional aspects involved in the use and application of computer technologies. 
• How to analyze the local and global impact of computer applications on individuals, organizations, and society. Students will live and work as contributing members of society.

Skills for: 

• Oral and written communication. 
• Communication in a second language 
• Use of specialized computer technologies. 
• Searching information and research 
• Solving problems, using computer technologies. 
• Interdisciplinary work. 
• Teamwork

Attitudes: 

• Adaptation to change. 
• Community service. 
• Socially responsible. 
• Sense of ethics in their professional work. 
• Critical assessment of their own work. 
• Leadership 
• Critical thought 
• Creativity and independence 
• Goal oriented

Each UDEM curriculum is made up of two blocks of courses:

Professional studies, these are the specialized, professional courses that make each degree plan unique.

General studies, these are the courses that provide a general and interdisciplinary overview.  

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CREDIT SUMMARY
MANDATORY	AREA	CREDITS
	General studies	36
	Professional studies	216
	Total mandatory credits	252
ELECTIVE	AREA	CREDITS
	General studies	18
	Elective courses for professional concentration	18
	Elective courses in other disciplines	12
	Total elective credits	78
TOTAL CREDITS		330

Computer Technology Engineers (ITC) have a broad range of job opportunities, given that virtually all industries need experts in the design of IT business solutions.

Computer Technology Engineers may decide in which industrial sector they would like to work: software, telecommunications, hardware or manufacturing industries; in service companies, banks and finances, commerce, advertising, health, or government. They may also work as independent advisors or create their own business.

Elizabeth Gutiérrez

de la Garza

ITC Academic Program Director 

 

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elizabeth.gutierrez@udem.edu.mx

Building 6, office 6321

 

T. (81) 8215-1261

01 800-801-UDEM ext. 1261