Information Technology (BS)

This program focuses on the functioning and working of hardware and software systems in an organizational setting. The emphasis in the program is on the application and utilization of computing technology in a wide variety of Information Technology environments. A solid core of fundamental computing courses is followed by applications in several areas of Information Technology such as networks, security, data science, and systems.

Course Title Credits
Major Requirements
CS 2010Computing Fundamentals (TECO)3
CS 2225Digital Logic Systems3
CS 2015Introduction to Digital Forensics4
CS 2370Introduction to Programming4
CS 3240Data Communication and Computer Networks3
CS 3600Database Management Systems & Security4
CS 3720Systems Analysis and Design3
CS 4230System Administration4
CS 4400Computer Networks and Protocols4
CS 4520CyberEthics (DICO,WRCO)3
CS 4760Senior Project3
CY 2020Cybersecurity Fundamentals4
CY 3020Network Security4
CY 3040Cloud Security and Privacy4
CY 4100Risk Management, Governance, and Compliance4
MA 2130Precalculus (QRCO)4
MA 2300Statistics I (QRCO)3
Major Electives
Complete Eleven (11) credits from the following:11
CS 2470
Systems Programming in C/C++
CS 2900
Digital and Analog Circuits
CS 2901
Materials, Design and Fabrication
CS 2905
PLC Programming
CS 3015
Mobile Application Development
CS 3650
Big Data Administration and Analysis
CS 3690
Applied Robotics
CS 3901
Industrial Robotics
CS 4140
Software Engineering
CS 4250
Computer Architecture
CS 4310
Operating Systems
CS 4500
Topics in Computer Science and Technology
CS 4920
Computer Science Internship
CY 3010
Ethical Hacking & Pentesting
CY 3030
Digital Forensics & Incident Response
CY 3100
Red Team/Blue Team Capstone
MGM 3100
Cybersecurity and Privacy for Business
MGM 3150
Fundamentals of Business Operations
MGM 3190
Business Operations Analytics (QRCO)
MGM 3450
Organizational Behavior & Team Development (DICO)
CJ 3015
Cybercrime
Pathways-HoME General Education
IS 1115Tackling a Wicked Problem4
Writing Foundation Course:
EN 1400Composition4
Quantitative Foundation:
MA 2210Finite Math with Business Statistics (QRCO)4
MA2450
Pathway Certificate *15-16
Additional Pathway Credits (0 if in major)0-9
IS 4220Signature Project (INCO,INCP)4
Electives16
Total Credits120
1

Major includes 8+ credits of pathway courses

*

To complete the Pathways HoME General Education program, a student must complete 24 credits of Pathways courses, including those that lead to a Pathways Certificate. 15-16 credits of a Pathway Certificate must be in a single Pathway skill and must include at-least 8 credits of upper-division courses. Students may complete the remaining 8-9 credits with Pathway classes taken inside the major (double-counting) or outside of it. Students in this major may earn multiple Pathway Certificates; one must be a Pathway other than Quantitative Inquiry.

Check all course descriptions for prerequisites before planning course schedule. Course sequence is suggested but not required.

To complete the bachelor’s degree in 4 years, you must successfully complete a minimum of 15 credits each semester or have a plan to make up credits over the course of the 4 years.  For example, if you take 14 credits one semester, you need to take 16 credits in another semester.  Credits completed must count toward your program requirements (major, option, minor, certificate, general education or free electives).

Plan of Study Grid
Year OneCredits
EN 1400 Composition 4
IS 1115 Tackling a Wicked Problem 4
CS 2010 Computing Fundamentals (TECO) 3
CS 2370 Introduction to Programming 4
MAMath elective (not MADI) 1 3-4
Mathematics Foundations Course: 3-4
MA 2210
 Finite Math with Business Statistics (QRCO)
MA 2210
 Finite Math with Business Statistics (QRCO)
MA 2450
 Mathematical Reasoning
CTDICreative Thought Direction 3-4
SIDIScientific Inquiry Direction 3-4
SSDISelf and Society Direction 3-4
 Credits30-35
Year Two
CS 2220 3
CS 3600 Database Management Systems & Security 4
CS 3820 Human-Computer Interaction 3
CM 3095 Technical Communication (TECO,WRCO) 4
MA 2130 Precalculus (QRCO) 4
MA 2300 Statistics I (QRCO) 3
PPDIPast and Present Direction 3-4
Directions (choose from CTDI, PPDI, SIDI, SSDI) 2 4-8
Elective 3-4
 Credits31-37
Year Three
CS 3240 Data Communication and Computer Networks 3
CS 3420 Introduction to Cybersecurity 3
CS 3650 Big Data Administration and Analysis 3
CS 3720 Systems Analysis and Design 3
CS 4400 Computer Networks and Protocols 4
CS 4420 Computer Security 3
Complete one Major Elective from the following: 2-4
CS 2381
CS 2470
 Systems Programming in C/C++
CS 2900
 Digital and Analog Circuits
CS 2901
 Materials, Design and Fabrication
CS 2905
 PLC Programming
CS 3015
 Mobile Application Development
CS 3020
 Web Programming
CS 4140
 Software Engineering
CS 4500
 Topics in Computer Science and Technology
CS 4920
 Computer Science Internship
GACOGlobal Awareness Connection 3-4
WECOWellness Connection 3-4
Elective 0-4
 Credits27-35
Year Four
CS 4520 CyberEthics (DICO,WRCO) 3
CS 4230 System Administration 4
CS 4760 Senior Project 3
Complete one Major Elective from the following: 3-4
CS 2381
CS 2470
 Systems Programming in C/C++
CS 2900
 Digital and Analog Circuits
CS 2901
 Materials, Design and Fabrication
CS 2905
 PLC Programming
CS 3015
 Mobile Application Development
CS 3020
 Web Programming
CS 4140
 Software Engineering
CS 4500
 Topics in Computer Science and Technology
CS 4920
 Computer Science Internship
Electives 9-12
 Credits22-26
 Total Credits120
1

College Algebra (MA 1800), Precalculus (MA 2130) or above.

2

Directions should total 20 credits (unless the major has a waiver for a specific Direction).

  • The ability to automate system processes to solve problems, both independently and as part of a team.
  • The ability to create, organize, and administer secure computer systems.
  • The competency to design, implement, and administer computer networks, from low-level details to high-level protocols.
  • The competency to communicate technical information to a wide range of audiences.
  • An understanding of professional, ethical, and security issues and responsibilities that arise with modern socio-technical systems.
Computers are used in virtually every industry which requires employees who specialize in computer science. Computer science is not simply a study of how to use computers and various software. Although all computer scientists are proficient in using computers with various operating systems and a variety of software, they have a larger goal: they design and construct or configure computer hardware and software to be used by others. With the need for computers in virtually every industry, the need for employees who specialize in computer science and can incorporate new technologies is ever increasing.
 
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Sample Job Titles:
  • Computer Programmer
  • Computer Systems Manager
  • Control Engineer
  • Database Administrator
  • Manager, Management Information Systems
  • Network Administrator
  • Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Robot Software Engineer
  • Robot System Engineer
  • Software Designer
  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • System Analyst
  • Web Application Developer
  • Technical Writer
  • Web Designer
Useful Skills for Jobs in Computing Disciplines:
  • Ability to analyze cause and effects
  • Ability to think logically and critically
  • Strong communication skills
  • Mathematical background