What is TAC?
The Technology and Applied Computing Program is an academic program in the USC Viterbi School of Engineering housed within the USC School of Advanced Computing. Our mission is to provide students, faculty, and staff with high-quality instruction in applied technology. In addition to practical, hands-on curriculum, students will engage in theoretical discussions of current trends, applications, and developments in information technology.
Students can choose from a wide range of electives and 16 minor and specialization programs. Additionally, TAC coordinates with departments at the Viterbi School of Engineering and the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences to offer majors in Data Science (BA) and Intelligence and Cyber Operations (BA).
What happened to ITP?
Along with the establishment of the School of Advanced Computing, ITP has gotten a new name! the Technology and Applied Computing Program is the same exact program as ITP.
Where is TAC?
TAC’s main office is on the Watt way side entrance of the Rapp Engineering Building. Our mailing address is:
854 Downey Way
Rapp Engineering Building, Suite 202 (RRB 202)
Los Angeles, CA 90089-1193
When is the TAC office open?
TAC’s main office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding university holidays. Faculty are available to meet with students during their office hours.
Can I major in TAC?
We do not offer a major in Information Technology. But we collaborate with other USC academic units that offer the following major programs:
To declare one of the above majors, please contact the major’s academic adviser.
What resources are available for students at TAC?
TAC has the following resources available to students enrolled in our courses and academic programs:
Does TAC offer any scholarships?
Students pursuing minors at TAC may be eligible for the Academic Achievement Award. TAC also offers a limited number of scholarships for students to attend industry conferences, such as the Grace Hopper Celebration and the Richard Tapia Celebration of Diversity in Computing.
Can I meet with an academic advisor?
Yes, our academic advisors are available to meet with any current USC student who is interested in or has already declared one of TAC'S minors:
Student advising is based on last name:
Eric Perez | Last Names A-L
Aya Almukhtar | Last Names M-Z
For students that have one or more declared minor/specialization programs:
Please use the Advise USC appointment portal, and schedule an appointment with the advisor that corresponds with your last name (see above) https://usc.edu/advise
For students that no do not have a declared TAC minor/specialization:
Please use one of the appointment links below:
Eric Perez | Last Names A-L: Schedule an appointment >
Aya Almukhtar | Last Names M-Z: Schedule an appointment >