The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems concentration in Health Informatics exposes individuals to health electronic applications and
the collection, processing, and storage of data. Individuals graduating
from this program will have a solid knowledge of data communication and
computer networks as well as biomedical databases. Each of these areas
includes data security and privacy components, which are essential for
dealing with medical data. In addition, the foundations of health
information technology and electronic health records give graduates a
solid exposure to the latest medical technologies, as well as to the
electronic record systems used in hospitals and other medical
organizations. Students also have the opportunity to take a course that
will expose them to the modern IT project management tools and
techniques.
Read about what the future might hold for health informatics in a Q&A with Andrei Soran (MET’92), a member of the Dean’s Advisory Board at MET.
Students who complete the Computer Information Systems master’s
degree concentration in Health Informatics will be able to demonstrate:
the collection, processing, and storage of data. Individuals graduating
from this program will have a solid knowledge of data communication and
computer networks as well as biomedical databases. Each of these areas
includes data security and privacy components, which are essential for
dealing with medical data. In addition, the foundations of health
information technology and electronic health records give graduates a
solid exposure to the latest medical technologies, as well as to the
electronic record systems used in hospitals and other medical
organizations. Students also have the opportunity to take a course that
will expose them to the modern IT project management tools and
techniques.Read about what the future might hold for health informatics in a Q&A with Andrei Soran (MET’92), a member of the Dean’s Advisory Board at MET.
- Advanced knowledge in the analysis and documentation of requirements for architecture, design, and implementation of computer applications systems.
- Proficiency in software and computing skills as they pertain to the design and implementation of database systems, data communications, systems analysis, and design.
- Competence sufficient to identify current and emerging information technologies that may have strategic value for enterprise; assess where those technologies have value; and manage the implementation of those technologies in the enterprise.
- An understanding of the American health care system, medical terminology, basic human anatomy and physiology, disease processes, diagnostic modalities, and treatments associated with common disease processes.
- Advanced knowledge of the functionality, technical infrastructure, and best-practice deployment of health care IT, including medical algorithms, electronic health records, privacy and security, and regulations.
- Proficiency in managing, processing, and analyzing medical data.
- Competence sufficient to lead health IT initiatives, to conduct biomedical research, and to design, implement, and manage advanced solutions.