CIT: Program of Study

The computer and information technology [CIT] program prepares students for existing and emerging jobs and careers in the application of information systems and technology. Students in this program will learn the most current knowledge, concepts, and tools in a variety of IT areas, and develop an appreciation of the connection between the real life and digital world. The core courses in CIT degree will ensure students have a solid foundation of information system, networking, database, information security, software development, and Web programming. Note that all areas of study in the CIT concentration require a non-CIS/CIT minor. CIT Curriculum [2012-2013]

Biometrics and Information Security [BIS]

This concentration is to provide students with key concepts of both biometrics and information security areas. Students will also learn how biometrics can be employed to enforce and enhance information security. The course of study includes biometrics fundamentals, biometrics and information security, management information systems, and network security. Graduates of this program are prepared to apply their knowledge and skills in fi nancial institutes, law enforcement, and a variety of business and administrative organizations. This degree requires a minor. A minor in a related field is highly recommended.

 

Information Technology [IT]

The major thrust of the CIT discipline is that it not only expands into support systems, but also covers other aspects of the business world. A mix of skills along with technical proficiency is important in real world applications. This degree will place greater emphasis on the knowledge of business fundamentals. A graduate of this program will have developed an appreciation of the connections between the real and the digital worlds.

 

One goal of this major is to bridge the gap that exists between the technology and user of the technology with respect to understanding how computers and software applications can meet the needs of real life. The core courses in the CIT major will ensure students with the depth of knowledge in programming, networking, computer organization, web programming and mathematics. Each of the three concentrations are designed to help a particular sector of the business world, in particular the security of networks, optimization of business organization and database management, and web design and programming. This degree requires a minor. A minor in a related field is highly recommended.

 

Web Programming and Design [WPD]

This track is designed to provide students with fundamental concepts and the most current skills and tools related to the design and development of professional Web sites. Course offerings include programming languages (Java, C#, XHTML, etc.), database management system, XML and Web services technology, and Web design studio. This degree requires a minor. A minor in ART is recommended with this concentration.

CIT: Curriculum

[2012-2013]

This discipline not only expands support systems but also covers other aspects of the business world. A mix of skills along with technical proficiency is important in real world applications. This degree will place greater emphasis on the knowledge of business fundamentals. This degree requires a minor in a related field.

 

Total hours required [including technical electives], 120 Hours:

Specific Core Curriculum requirement, 3 Hours:

MATH 155 - Discrete Structures [3 CR]

 

Required courses, 36 Hours:

CIS 100 - Freshman Seminar [1 CR]

CIS 102 - Microcomputer Applications [3 CR]

CIS 104 - Introduction to Computer and Information Sciences [3 CR]

CIS 211 - Computer Language Concepts [3 CR]

CIT 234 - Introduction to Networking [3 CR]

CIS 287 - System Analysis and Design [3 CR]

CIT 385 - Computer System Design [4 CR]

CIT 388 - Database Management Systems [4 CR]

CIT 332 - Web Programming [3 CR]

CIT 419 - Data Communication and Computer Networks [3 CR]

MATH 314 - Statistics [3 CR]

CIS 485 - Directed Research in Computer and Information Sciences [3 CR]

Note[s]: Must have a C average in core requirements.

Biometrics and information security [BIS] concentration, 31 Hours:

Required courses, 16 Hours:

CIS 423 - Server Operation Systems and System Programming [3 CR]

CIT 372 - Introduction to Biometrics [3 CR]

CIT 310 - Information Security [3 CR]

CIT 418 - Management Information Systems [3 CR]

CIT 486 - Network Security [4 CR]

 

Required elective courses, 15 Hours:

Complete 15 credits of any CIS/CIT coursework 300 or above, including MATH 254

CIT Curriculum [2012-2013]

Information technology [IT] concentration, 30 Hours:

Required courses, 15 Hours:

BADM 310 - Principles of Management [3 CR]

CIT 310 - Information Security [3 CR]

CIT 361 - E-Commerce [3 CR]

BADM 345 - Business Communications [3 CR]

CIT 418 - Management Information Systems [3 CR]

 

Required elective courses, 15 Hours:

Complete 15 credits of any CIS/CIT coursework 300 or above, including MATH 254

CIT Curriculum [2012-2013]

Web programming and design [WPD] concentration, 30 Hours:

Required courses, 15 Hours:

CIT 334 - Web Programming II [3 CR]

GRDS 200 - Design Process and Form [3 CR]

GRDS 250 - Design for Digital Media [3 CR]

CIT 418 - Management Information Systems [3 CR]

CIT 450 - Web Design Studio [3 CR]

 

Required elective courses, 15 Hours:

Complete 15 credits of any CIS/CIT coursework 300 or above, including MATH 254

CIT Curriculum [2012-2013]