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The University of Central Florida Selects MindComet to Assist With New Information Technology Program

The University of Central Florida’s School of Computer Science, the largest in the state, selected MindComet’s Jerry Jackson, Director of Information Technology, and Jay Chapman, Software Director, to assist in developing an expansive new IT Degree Program. The School of Computer Science will emphasize this emerging field, offering a new program curriculum, core courses, and electives.

As part of an advisory panel meeting, including experts from Lockheed Martin, Siemens Westinghouse, and BellSouth, Jackson and Chapman evaluated the curriculum, suggesting concepts for course offerings and program development. “It’s exciting to know we are helping to develop programs training students for today’s workplace,” Chapman commented, holding over 8 years experience in the field. “Not often are you given the opportunity to influence a program that could be much more effective for today’s youth.”

Jackson has over 22 years experience in software development and information technology, with over 9 years as Director of IT. “We wanted to make sure the program concentrates on preparing the incoming undergraduates with the skills and experience to prepare for a successful career in IT.” Jackson suggested placing high priority on the software design lifecycle, testing, and quality assurance.

Together Jackson and Chapman provided insight to expand the practicality of the programs to prepare students with knowledge they could immediately apply in the workplace. They suggested expansion upon professional and business skills, as well as emphasized the increasing importance for team centric attitudes, documentations, prioritization, and understanding of project scope.

As MindComet’s Director of IT and Software Director, they have developed interactive campaigns for clients such as Speed Channel, ADT, AOL, EarthLink, and Electronic Arts.

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