Information Technology (B.S.)

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Program: B.S.
School of Polytechnic
College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science

Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Building 205 ~ 260-481-6338

Information Technology is part of the School of Polytechnic.

Program Educational Objectives:

Upon completion of the Information Technology (B.S.) students will:

Be a working Information Technology (IT) professional with core competencies that can be used on multi-disciplinary projects
Understand the importance of relationship building within the IT industry
Understand the need for lifelong learning in the exploration and journey in IT
Understand, evaluate and practice ethical behavior within the IT industry
Be change agents in the IT industry

Student learning outcomes for the degree are:

The graduates will have:
(a) An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the program’s student outcomes and to the discipline
(b) An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
(c) An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs
(d) An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal
(e) An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities
(f) An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
(g) An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society
(h) Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development
(i) An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
(j) An ability to use and apply current technical concepts and practices in the core information technologies of human computer interaction, information management, programming, networking, and web systems and technologies.
(k) An ability to identify and analyze user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation, and administration of computer-based systems.
(l) An ability to effectively integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment.
(m) An understanding of best practices and standards and their application.
(n) An ability to assist in the creation of an effective project plan.
(o) A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Accreditation

The Information Technology degree is preparing for accreditation by the Computer Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.
The B.S. in Information Technology (IT) focuses on the usage and application of current technical concepts and practices, and the identification and analysis of user needs in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems. Students will have an understanding of best practices, standards and applications of information technologies, and have the awareness to assist in the creation of an effective project plan to help meet the needs of organizations, enterprise, or society.
The main objective of the IT program is to prepare graduates who are seeking careers in designing, developing, programming, and implementing information technology based systems, with an emphasis on network and communication systems (voice, data, and video), mobile and telecommunications systems, computer system & application management and administration, Web application development, computer system securities, enterprise application, information integration, and other emerging areas in the IT field that meet organizational, enterprise, and societal needs.
The curriculum includes enterprise IT infrastructure, communications and networking, and IT Project Integration. Technical electives and the IT senior project I and II enable the program to be tailored to the specialization needs of students. Graduates will possess a combination of knowledge and practical, hands-on expertise to support an organization’s information technology infrastructure as well as the people who use it.

Program Delivery

POLYTECHNIC programs emphasize practice-based learning via hands-on laboratory applications using state-of-the-art equipment. Some courses are available through online, distance, and hybrid learning, however many incorporate an on-campus laboratory element.

Declaring This Major

Students interested in declaring Information Technology as their major may do so in one of two ways:

On their application when they first apply to the university.
After meeting with a faculty advisor, a change of major can be declared.

General Requirements:

1. Degree Requirements
2. General Education Requirements
3. Overlapping Content
4. Academic Regulations

Program Requirements

1. Students must complete all Core and Advanced Core Courses, Technical Electives, and General Education earning grades of C- or better.
2. Student Responsibilities: You are responsible for satisfying the graduation requirements specified for your selected program. Thus, it is essential that you develop a thorough understanding of the required courses, academic policies, and procedures governing your academic career. All requests for exceptions to specific requirements must be made in writing and may be granted only by written approval from the appropriate chair.
3. Transfer credit limits, see Academic Regulations above.
4. General Education and Major courses as listed below.

General Education Requirements: Credits 33

ENGL 13100 - Reading, Writing, and Inquiry I Cr. 3.
COM 11400 - Fundamentals of Speech Communication Cr. 3.
MA 15300 - College Algebra Cr. 3.
MA 22900 - Calculus for the Managerial, Social, and Biological Sciences I Cr. 3.
B4 (Scientific Ways of Knowing ) - Select TWO that both meet all outcomes for that competency Cr. 6
IET 10500 - Industrial Management Cr. 3. or
OLS 25200 - Human Relations in Organizations Cr. 3.
B6 (Humanistic and Artistic Ways of Knowing ) - Select ONE that meet all outcomes for that competency Cr. 3
BUS 10001 - Principles of Business Administration Cr. 3.
ENGL 23401 - Technical Report Writing Cr. 3.
ENGL 42101 - Technical Writing Projects Cr. 1-3.

Major Core Courses: Credits 54

ITC 11000 - Information Technology Fundamentals Cr. 3.
ITC 14500 - Electrical Fundamentals Cr. 4.
ECET 11400 - Introduction to Visual Basic Cr. 3. or
ITC 13000 - Programming Fundamentals I Cr. 3.
CS 16000 - Introduction to Computer Science I Cr. 4.
ITC 21000 - Information Technology Systems Cr. 3.
ITC 22000 - Computer Systems Cr. 4.
ITC 23000 - Computer Operating Systems Cr. 3.
ITC 42000 - Web Development Cr. 3.
ITC 31000 - Information Technology Project Management Cr. 3.
ITC 33100 - Networks I Cr. 3.
ITC 35000 - Databases Cr. 3.
ITC 37000 - Human Computer Interaction Cr. 3.
ITC 38000 - Project Analysis Design And Implementation Cr. 3.
ITC 41000 - Information Assurance & Security Cr. 3.
ITC 48000 - Information Technology Senior Project I CR. 1.
ITC 48100 - Information Technology Senior Project II Cr. 2.
ITC 49900 - Information Technology Topics Cr. 1-4.
ITC 49900 Mobile Application Development Cr. 3 and
ITC 49900 Foundation of Cloud Computing Cr. 3

Approved Technical Elective Courses: Credits 15

See Academic Advisor before registration. Cr. 15.

BUS 20100 - Principles of Financial Accounting Cr. 3.
BUS 20200 - Principles of Managerial Accounting Cr. 3.
BUS 30000 - International Business Administration Cr. 3.
BUS 30100 - Financial Management Cr. 3.
BUS 30101 - Marketing Management in a Competitive Environment Cr. 3.
BUS 30102 - Operations Management Cr. 3.
BUS 30200 - Management of Organizations and People Cr. 3
CPET 10100 - Electrical Circuits Cr. 4.
CPET 19000 - Problem Solving with MATLAB Cr. 1-4.
CPET 38400 - Wide Area Network Design Cr. 3.
CPET 49300 - Wireless Networking Cr. 3.
CPET 49900 - Computer Engineering Technology Cr. 1-4.
CS 11200 - Survey of Computer Science Cr. 3.
CS 16100 - Introduction to Computer Science II Cr. 4.
ECON 20101 - Introduction to Microeconomics Cr. 3.
ECET 26400 - C Programming Language Applications Cr. 3.
ECET course 300-level or higher
IST 20300 - Advanced Visual Basic Cr. 3.
IST 26500 - Enterprise Systems Cr. 3.
ITC 13000 - Programming Fundamentals I Cr. 3.
ITC 29199 - Industrial Practice Co-op I Cr.1.
ITC 29299 - Industrial Practice Co-op II
ITC 33000 - Networking Cr. 4.
ITC 39399 - Industrial Practice Co-op III Cr. 1.
ITC 39499 - Industrial Practice Co-op IV Cr. 1.
ITC 49900 - Information Technology Topics Cr. 1-4.
MA 16600 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus II Cr. 4.
MA 17500 - Introductory Discrete Mathematics Cr. 3.
MA 22800 - Calculus for Technology II Cr. 3.
MA 32100 - Applied Differential Equations Cr. 3.
MA 35100 - Elementary Linear Algebra Cr. 3.
Any MIL credit Cr. 3.
Any CS, IST or ITC course

Approved Elective Courses: Credits 12

Any course except ETCS 10600 or remedial math or English.

Supporting Courses: Credits 6

COM 32300 - Business and Professional Speaking Cr. 3.
IET 20500 - Applied Statistics for Engineering Technology Cr. 3. or
STAT 30100 - Elementary Statistical Methods I Cr. 3.

Total: Credits 120

Student Responsibility

You are responsible for satisfying the graduation requirements specified for your selected program. Thus, it is essential that you develop a thorough understanding of the required courses, academic policies, and procedures governing your academic career. All requests for exceptions to specific requirements must be made in writing and may be granted only by written approval from the appropriate chair or dean.