Computer Information Technology, B.S. (Professional Studies)

Victoria Hong, M.B.A., Chairperson
Elizabeth Zollinger, Ph.D.,, Associate Chairperson

The Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Technology is designed to prepare students to apply information technology within organizational contexts. Specifically, the program will focus on the development of technology infrastructures and systems and the use of these to acquire, deploy and manage information.

The Department reserves the right to require an additional English writing course(s) at any point in a student’s program if deemed appropriate based on the student’s writing level.

Prerequisite Computer Courses/Experience: 6 Credits

COM 140 - Computer Applications I 3 credits. or Equivalent knowledge/experience
COM 150 - Introduction to Computer Programming 3 credits or Previous programming experience

Required Computer Courses: 30 Credits

COM 152 - Computer Programming 3 credits
COM 200 - Computer Science: An Overview 3 credits.
COM 210 - Algorithms and Data Structures 3 credits.
COM 230 - Software Engineering and Methodology 3 credits.
COM 240 - Human Computer Interaction 3 credits.
COM 260 - Computer and Information Security 3 credits.
COM 288 - Business Systems and Design 3 credits.
COM 360 - Computer Communications and Networking 3 credits.
COM 380 - Database Systems 3 credits.
COM 390 - Advanced Application Programming and Database Systems 3 credits.

Elective Major Courses: 6 Credits

COM 141 Computer Applications II and any COM course at 200 level or above.

Additional Required Courses: 20 Credits

MAT 111 - College Algebra 3 credits. or
MAT 113 - Elementary Functions: Precalculus 3 credits. or
Equivalent
MAT 203 - Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science 4 credits.
GS 400 - Adults in Transition 3 credits. or
GS 404 - Administration and the Liberal Arts 3 credits.
GS 401 - Problem Solving for Professionals 3 credits.
GS 402 - Critical Thinking for Professionals 3 credits.
ENG 103 - Writing for Effective Communication 3 credits.
LIB 100 - Library Research Strategies 1 credit.

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Computer Information Technology, B.S. (Professional Studies)

Prerequisite Computer Courses/Experience: 6 Credits

Required Computer Courses: 30 Credits

Elective Major Courses: 6 Credits

Additional Required Courses: 20 Credits

Liberal Arts Electives: 28–31 Credits

Other Electives: 30-33 Credits

Total: 120 Credits (Effective students entering Fall 2015)