BS in Technology, Computer Technology Option (128 hours) Courses

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology, Computer Technology Option, 81 hours

Computer Technology Suggested 8-Semester Plan (PDF)

Computer Technology Requirement, 51 hours

MATHS 161 - Applied Calculus 1.

Discussion of limits, derivatives, differentials, and definite and indefinite integrals. Focuses on the application of these topics in the applied sciences. Prerequisite: MATHS 112 or permission of the department chairperson. Not open to students who have credit in MATHS 165.

PHYCS 110 - General Physics 1.

Studies the laws of Newtonian mechanics. Introductory fluid statics and dynamics, heat and thermodynamics, and wave motion and sound. Recommended background: one year of college preparatory physics in high school. Prerequisite: MATHS 112, trigonometry or appropriate trigonometry sub scores on Mathematics placement exam or passing grade in high school physics. Parallel: PHYCS 111 is recommended for students who have not attained the recommended background.

CS 116 - Visual Programming.

Introduction for non-computer science majors in structured computer programming using a language such as Visual Basic. Modular programming techniques with emphasis on the creation of graphical user interfaces. Prerequisite: MATHS 108 or 125 or 201 or equivalent.

CS 120 - Computer Science 1.

Introduction to programming using a high-level language and an established programming paradigm. Emphasis on developing problem-solving skills and programming techniques. Topics include control structures, built-in data structures, simple sorting and searching, procedural abstraction, and paradigm-specific concepts and constructs. Required open-lab and closed- lab assignments bring theory to practice. Prerequisite: MATHS 112 or equivalent.

CS 121 - Computer Science 2.

Continuation of Computer Science 1. Strong emphasis on object-oriented paradigm and related problem-solving skills and programming techniques. Topics include recursion, dynamic data structures and related algorithms, sorting and searching, file processing, and using standard libraries in chosen object-oriented environment. Open-lab and closed-lab assignments are required. Prerequisite: CS 120.

ITDPT 380 - Internship in Technology.

Emphasizes internal or external placement in a technology workplace. Provides opportunities to integrate and apply course content to the workplace. A paid or unpaid work experience for majors in the Department of Technology. Prerequisite: permission of the work expereicne coordinator. A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.

ITDPT 390 - Training and Development in Industry.

Training and development in industry and their relationship to the job and organization. Emphasizes skills needed to systematically plan, implement, evaluate, and revise training and development programs. Provides opportunities for practical application and practice.

ITMFG 270 - Industrial Electronics.

Theory and application of electronics in industry. Includes fundamentals of electricity, DC Circuits, introduction to semiconductor devices, microcontrollers, and integrated circuits. Weekly laboratory scheduled work includes the use of test meters, power supplies, breadboards, and circuit simulation software. Prerequisite: MATHS 108 or equivalent.

ITMFG 371 - Microprocessor to Machine Interfacing.

Digital microprocessor technology and its applications in machine interfacing and controls. Weekly scheduled laboratory activities include sensor technology, analog and digital instrumentation, machine to computer interfacing, motion controls, basic robotics, and system interconnections. Prerequisite: ITMFG 270.

ITCMP 111 - Microcomputer Assembly and Troubleshooting.

Covers various aspects of PC technology and troubleshooting. Through lecture and lab, students will gain an understanding of the design, installation, and maintenance of PC hardware, software, operating systems, and network connectivity.

ITCMP 210 - Internetwork Fundamentals.

Covers the fundamentals of data communications and network administration. Through lecture and lab, students will develop an applied understanding of the design, implementation, security, and troubleshooting of local area networks (LAN). Topics may include network protocols, structured cabling, network device configuration, basic IP addressing strategies, and firewalls. Prerequisite: ITCMP 111.

ITCMP 211 - System Administration Fundamentals.

Introduction to the fundamentals of system administration in a client- server environment. Focus on the management of resources on prevailing network operating systems. Prerequisite: ITCMP 111.

ITCMP 221 - Alternative PC Operating Systems.

Compartive analysis of current and emerging PC operating systems. In addition to exploring the relative strengths and weaknesses of alternative PC operating systems such as Linux and Macintosh, the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of these operating systems will be explored through hands-on labs. Prerequisite: ITCMP 111.

ITCMP 310 - Internetwork Design and Administration.

Intermediate course in network design and administration. Topics may include layer-2 switching concepts, intermediate IP addressing strategies, and wide area network (WAN) protocols. The application of concept and theory is achieved through labs and case projects. Prerequisite: ITCMP 210.

ITCMP 311 - Infrastructure Services.

A study of the infrastructure services in a network operating system that are required for the functionality of a networked environment. Topics may include the design, implementation, security, and troubleshooting of infrastructure services such as DNS, DHCP, NAT, and others. Prerequisite: ITCMP 211.

ITCMP 466 - Capstone in Computer Technology.

Students will be engaged in immersive learning experiences integrating and applying the knowledge, skills, and abilities developed throughout the computer technology curriculum. Prerequisite: senior standing. Open only to seniors.

Computer Technology Electives, 12 hours

ITCMP 321 - Alternative Server Operating Systems.

Comparative analysis of current and emerging server operating systems. In addition to exploring the relative stengths and weaknesses of alternative server operating systems, the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of these operating systems will be explored through hands- on labs. Prerequisite: ITCMP 221, 311.

ITCMP 330 - Internetwork Switching.

A detailed study of switching technology in a networked environment. Topics may include multilayered switching, multicast, Spanning Tree, trunking, and VLAN. Prerequisite: ITCMP 111, 210, 310.

ITCMP 340 - Wireless Network Communications.

A study of current and emerging wireless technologies and their integration into the design and implementation of networks. Topics include fundamental wireless communication concepts, wireless local areas networks (WLAN), and their impact on organization communications. Prerequisite: ITCMP 310.

ITCMP 350 - Electronic Data Administration.

A study of data manipulation systems and how they are integrated into a networked environment. Topics may include database server administration, data mining, data warehousing. Design, selection, installation, and management of these systems will be emphasized. Prerequisite: ITCMP 111, 211, 311.

ITCMP 380 - Electronic Communications Administration.

A study of electronic communications methodologies in an enterprise network. Topics may include e-mail and groupware systems administration. Design, selection, installation, and management of these systems will be emphasized. Prerequisite: ITCMP 111, 211, 311.

ITCMP 410 - Scalable Internetworking.

A study of advanced network design issues for the large to enterprise level network. Topics may include advanced routing (OSPF, IS-IS, BGP) and advanced IP addressing (IPv6). Prerequisite: ITCMP 310.

ITCMP 430 - Convergent Network Systems.

A study of the convergence of services on enterprise networks. With the convergence of voice, video, and data networks, current and emerging concepts, technologies, and practices that facilitate a unified communication network will be emphasized. Prerequisite: ITCMP 310, 311.

ITCMP 440 - Directory Services.

A study of directory services and their impact on organizations. Topics will include how directory services can be designed, implemented, secured, and maintained in an enterprise network to achieve a centralized authentication and resource management strategy. Prerequisite: ITCMP 311.

ITCMP 465 - Information Security.

Covers three tenets of data communications: confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Students will be familiarized with a variety of tools used to identify security weaknesses on hosts, servers, and networks. Students will learn to think critically and comprehensively about data security. Prerequisite: ITCMP 310, 311. Open only to juniors and seniors.

Business Administration Minor Core Classes, 12 hours

ISOM 125 - Microcomputer Applications for Business.

Provides skill development using computer-based end user software to solve business problems with word processing, presentation graphics, spread sheets, and basic database management. Emphasis on learning basics of operating systems and application software packages. Not open to students who have credit in CS 104.

ISOM 251 - Introductory Operations Management.

Introduction to the tools and techniques of management with practical applications to the production of goods and services. Prerequisite: MGT 200 or equivalent or parallel MGT 300 or permission of the department chairperson. Not open to B.S. or B.A. candidates for a major in the Miller College of Business.

MGT 200 - Management Principles.

Introduction to the basic concepts and principles of management. Focuses on structures within companies and processes within firms to bring principles to bear on the practical problems of managing organizations. Not open to the B.S. or B.A. candidates for a major in the Miller College of Business. Not open to students who have credit in MGT 300.

MGT 300 - Managing Behavior in Organizations.

Examines the challenges of managing human behavior in organizations. Reviews foundations of modern management thought. Discusses current and emerging management topics: emphasizes leadership, motivation, communication, human relations, group dynamics, job design, organizational development, and managing a diverse workforce. Prerequisite: junior standing.

MKG 300 - Principles of Marketing.

Introduces marketing principles, functions and contemporary practices essential for attaining organizational objectives. Topics include the marketing environment and technology, marketing research, consumer behavior, market segmentation, product management, professional selling, advertising, pricing, distribution channels, strategy implementation, and the role of marketing in society. Prerequisite: any ECON course; junior standing.

ISOM 300 - Project Management.

Prepares students to become productive project team members and develops an understanding of the activities and techniques necessary for a successful project completion. Topics include: project leadership skills, project scheduling, project control, and project reporting. Prerequisite: junior standing or permission of the department chairperson.

Business Administration Minor Electives, 6 hours

ACC 201 - Principles of Accounting 1.

An introduction to accounting emphasizing the basic principles underlying the accounting cycle. Includes the preparation of reports to management and external users of financial statements. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.

ISOM 135 - Business Information Systems.

Introduction to various concepts and techniques of information systems with application to solving managerial problems with emphasis on their scope, use, and evaluation. Topics covered include business systems and information flow, application of computer-based information systems, managerial decision-making processes, and mutual influence of organizations and information systems. Prerequisite: proficiency test required or ISOM 125.

ISOM 226 - Business Systems Application Development.

Management of business information resources using case studies with application software to provide information needed to resolve business problems. Emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving. Include hands-on business problem solving and using advanced business applications software. Prerequisite: ISOM 135 or permission of the department chairperson.

ISOM 311 - Information and Enterprise Systems: Analysis and Design.

Introduction to various concepts and techniques of enterprise systems with applications to solving managerial problems. Emphasis on integration of all relevant organization systems. Various systems analysis and design concepts and techniques, including the key steps in the systems design and development process. Emphasizes the consideration of practical business applications. Prerequisite: ISOM 135 or permission of the department chairperson.

MGT 261 - Personnel and Supervision.

Introduction to the personnel and supervisory functions in organizations. Focuses on employee and union relationships; environmental business and social responsibilities; and leadership and supervision techniques, especially for the first-line supervisors. Prerequisite: MGT 200. Not open to B.S. or B.A. candidates for a major in the Miller College of Business.

MGT 341 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship.

Provides essential knowledge for those interested in small business including search for venture opportunities; economic, technical, and operational feasibility of ventures; financing, marketing, and legal operations; and franchising and partnering. Prerequisite or parallel: MGT 300.

MKG 310 - Consumer Behavior.

Introduces the end-user consumption process. The impact of external factors such as culture and subculture, as well as psychological factors such as motivation and perception on consumer decision-making process are discussed. Examines how marketing managers use the information obtained from consumers' consumption process in planning effective marketing strategies. Prerequisite: MKG 300.

MKG 320 - Advertising Management.

Examines advertising as a communication tool in an organization's promotional mix. Focuses on the basics of designing an effective advertising campaign. Topics include promotional research, selecting a target audience, objectives and strategies, creative executions, and media. The aspects of advertising in our economy and society are also examined. Prerequisite: MKG 300. Prerequisite recommended: MKG 310.

MKG 325 - Professional Selling.

Detailed introduction to and application of the principles of personal selling as applied to persons pursuing any vocation, as well as those aspiring to careers in marketing. Prerequisite: any ECON course; junior standing. Parallel: MKG 300.

MKG 460 - Strategic Supply Chain Management.

Focuses on strategic perspectives and processes for managing activities to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of the supply system. Topics include logistics network configuration, inventory management/risk-pooling, information value, supply chain design and integration, strategic alliances, outsourcing, international issues, customer value, and information technology. Prerequisite: MKG 300.