Computer & Technical Skills
- Possessing knowledge of computer software including word processing, database management, statistical packages, spreadsheets
- Navigating and fully understanding the power of the internet
- Programming
- Creating web pages
At Dickinson
- Dickinson students strive to be “computer fluent” possessing strong knowledge of the most current software.
- Students design complex scientific and statistical models for research.
- Students use PowerPoint for in-class presentations
- Students learn to use computers for desktop publishing and complex design and layout of newspapers, posters, brochures, etc.
What Our Alumni Say…
- “I not only received a strong base in computer science, but I also learned self-confidence, independence, and the ability to communicate.”
- Computer Science major; Programmer
- “Although I don’t write programs or binary codes, my computer science courses helped me deal with my fear of computers. I’m now the Network Administrator for my office.”
- Dramatic Arts major; Payroll Specialist
- “Take more computer and business courses no matter what your major is.”
- Mathematics major; Marketing Manager