The course curriculum for a telecommunications bachelor's degree program may vary widely. Read on to find out more about some of the courses students could expect to take in a bachelor's degree in telecommunications program.
Telecommunications Bachelor's Program Overview
Telecommunications students can pursue several bachelor's programs to enter this field, including those in telecommunications, digital communication, information services management or communications technology. Telecommunications curricula can emphasize communications or technology, and students will take program specific core telecommunications courses. General education credits are also required in areas such as English, the social sciences and humanities.
<h3 id="section---ImportantFactsAboutATelecommunicationsBachelorSDegree"> Important Facts About a Telecommunications Bachelor's Degree</h3><p></p><table border="1"><tr><td> Possible Careers </td><td> Telecommunications Systems Manager, Line Installer, Customer Service Representative, Computer Programmer, Computer Software Engineer</td></tr>
<tr><td> Continuing Education </td><td> Certificates, master's and doctoral degrees</td></tr>
<tr><td> Online Availability</td><td> Some schools offer programs fully online</td></tr>
<tr><td> Key Skills </td><td> Analytical and critical thinking, oral and written communication, computer competency, strong commercial instinct, flexibility and adaptability</td></tr>
<tr><td> Median Salary (May 2021)</td><td> $60,370 (all telecommunications equipment installers and repairers)</td></tr>
<tr><td> Job Outlook (2021-2031)</td><td> 8% growth (all telecommunications equipment installers and repairers)</td></tr>
</table><p><i>Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics</i>
</p><h3 id="section---TelecommunicationsCurriculumFocusedOnCommunications"> Telecommunications Curriculum Focused on Communications</h3><p>Communications-based telecommunications curricula cover economics, statistics and computing. They also explore communications systems, public policy and regulation because they're intended for those interested in pursuing broadcasting careers in television and radio. Introductory and advanced classes also provide basic studies in journalism, Internet multimedia and advertising. Advanced classes in a bachelor's level telecommunications program include but aren't limited to:
</p><ul><li>Communication and Internet Law
</li><li>Telecommunications Management
</li><li>Media Operations and Performance
</li><li>Writing for the Media
</li><li>Video, Audio and Multimedia Production
</li></ul><h3 id="section---TelecommunicationsCurriculumFocusedOnTechnology"> Telecommunications Curriculum Focused on Technology</h3><p>Some telecommunications students pursue technology related careers and complete a different set of coursework than students focused on communications. Technology-focused programs are intended for those seeking employment as an engineer or technician. This track of study prepares students to work in manufacturing, troubleshooting and installing telecommunications systems. Introductory courses include those focused in the sciences, such as chemistry and physics. Technology tracks of study also require coursework in mathematics, electronics, electrical theory and computing. Advanced technology courses in a telecommunications program may include but aren't limited to:
</p><ul><li>Engineering Mathematics
</li><li>Database design
</li><li>Network and Cyber Security
</li><li>Linear Circuitry and Computer Interface Circuitry
</li><li>Telecommunications Network Management</li></ul>
