INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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1 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Department Chairperson - Ms. Kimberly Asonevich College Catalog Mount Aloysius College The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (IT) Degree at Mount Aloysius College is designed to provide a strong foundation in networking, programming, database management and related areas. The IT program is focused on the acquisition of theory and technical competencies associated with the IT profession. The curriculum presents a fundamental knowledge of both the function and development of information systems by providing a broad range of IT coursework, including vendor-certification training and hands-on courses. The program design is based on present and probable future characteristics of the information technology professions, emphasizing the essential knowledge, skill, and professional attitude needed by beginning professionals in the fields of web development, network and systems administration, programming, computer support, systems analysis and database administration. The following content labels and related descriptions delineate the areas of development expected as a result of completing the program: 1. Knowledge Base in Information Technology: Students will demonstrate breadth and depth of fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings to discuss how technical principles apply to information technology problems. 2. Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking: Students will demonstrate skills in interpreting behavior and as well as utilizing the scientific method draw conclusions about technological phenomena, and solve problems. 3. Ethical and Social Responsibility in a Diverse World: Students will demonstrate familiarity with the formal regulations that govern professional ethics in information technology, and explain values that will contribute to positive outcomes in personal and professional settings and in building a society responsive to multicultural and global concerns. 4. Communication: Students will demonstrate the ability to write a cogent scientific argument, present information in a professional manner, engage in discussion of technological concepts, and express their own ideas with clarity, as well as produce original programming source code and / or other technical projects. 5. Professional Development: Students will be able to demonstrate the application of information technology-specific content and skills, project-management skills, teamwork skills, and career preparation to succeed in postbaccalaureate employment, graduate school, or professional school. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CORE COURSE REQUIREMENTS College Foundation LA LA LA Communication/Writing EN EN Upper-Division Literature EN 300/400 3 Art/English/Music/Theatre AR, EN, MU, TH 3 History/Political Science HS, PS 3 Science BL, CH, SC 3 Math CM Information Communication Technologies ICT ICT 200 level elective 1 ICT Religious Studies/Philosophy RS, PL 3 RS 300/400 3 Social Science CR, EC, GE, PY, SO, WS 6 Cultural Diversity 3 Integrated Discipline Capping LA Total credits in core

2 MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS CS 206B Database Management Systems 3 CS 223 Introduction to Networking Systems 3 CS 225 Current Microcomputer System Design 3 CS 226 Microcomputer Operating Environment 3 CS 228 Client/Server-Based Operating Systems 3 CS 345 Information Technology Internship 3 LA 400 Capstone Seminar (satisfies core requirement) 3 Programming Courses - Select 3 of the following courses: 9 CS 104B Visual Basic Programming 3 CS 303B C++ Programming 3 CS 304 Advanced Visual Basic 3 CS 360 Internet Technologies 3 CS 403B Advanced C++ Programming 3 CS 404 Advanced Concepts in Programming 3 CS 381P/481P Special Computer Topics: Programming 3 Analytical/Design Courses - Select 2 of the following: 6 CS 301 Management Information System Analysis 3 CS 305 Logic and Structured Design 3 CS 306 Database Design 3 CS 310 Computer Security, Ethics, and Fraud 3 CS 381D/481D Special Computer Topics: Design 3 CS 458 Digital Extraction and Analysis 3 Special Interest CS Courses - Select 1 of the following: 3 CS 229 Introduction to LINUX 3 CS 242 Introduction to Web Site Development 3 CS 281 Special Computer Topics 1-3 CS 381 Special Computer Topics 3 CS 411 Operations Management Science & Computer Modeling 3 CS 420 Advanced Networking Systems 3 CS 436 Information Technology Project Management 3 CS 458 Digital Extraction and Analysis 3 CS 481 Special Computer Topics 3 CS electives (200, 300, or 400 level) Select 2 additional courses from the Programming, Analytical/Design, or Special Interest categories. 6 Total credits in major (Includes 3 credits in the core) 45 OTHER REQUIRED COURSEWORK AC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 BU Elective 3 Total credits for other coursework 6 Total credits for free electives 27 Total credits for degree

3 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MAJOR CONCENTRATIONS While not required for Information Technology majors, concentrations have been developed for students pursuing specific career goals. Three concentrations, requiring between fifteen and thirty-three credits, are offered. In addition, a Digital Forensic Investigation Certificate program is available for Licensed Law Enforcement Officers. BUSINESS ANALYST CONCENTRATION This eighteen-credit concentration is tailored for IT majors who want to focus their career goals on analyzing organizational needs; identifying operational problems; and collaboration with programmers, network administrators and database designers to develop viable solutions. REQUIRED COURSES BU 117 Principles of Management 3 BU 219 Human Resource Management 3 BU 250 Principles of Marketing 3 CS 301 Management Information Systems Analysis 3 CS 306 Database Design 3 *Choose one of the following courses: BU 372 E-Commerce 3 BU 381 Special Topics: Marketing Management 3 BU 410 Organizational Behavior 3 BU 413 Global Business 3 COMPUTER SECURITY CONCENTRATION This eighteen-credit concentration is designed for the Information Technology major who does want to commit to the more intensive Digital Forensic Investigation concentration but wants to improve understanding of the legal ramifications associated with digital security. REQUIRED COURSES CR 101 General Administration of Justice 3 CR 200 Criminal Law 3 CS 223 Introduction to Networking Systems 3 CS 226 Microcomputer Operating Environment 3 CR 295 Criminal Investigations 3 CS 310 Computer Security, Ethics, and Fraud 3 107

4 DIGITAL FORENSICS INVESTIGATION CONCENTRATION Students concentrating in Digital Forensic Investigation will develop the skillset required to utilize the scientific method to collect, examine, analyze and present potential evidence that has been captured in a digital format. Initially, the student will develop an understanding of criminal law and procedure, and the rules of evidence. As the thirty-three credit program of study progresses, students will apply this knowledge, along with industry standard software, to conduct practical analyses of sample data sources, and present their findings in a manner appropriate to facilitate an investigation, or as testimony before a court of law. REQUIRED COURSES CR 200 Criminal Law 3 CR 201 Introduction to Forensic Science 3 CR 260 Criminal Procedure and Admissibility of Evidence 3 CR 295 Criminal Investigations 3 CR 320 Evidence 3 EN 360 Technical Communication 3 CS 458 Data Extraction and Analysis 3 DIGITAL FORENSICS INVESTIGATION CERTIFICATE Licensed law enforcement officers (LEO) have an opportunity to earn a certificate in Digital Forensic Investigation by taking the five Computer Science courses required in the Digital Forensic Investigation Concentration. This fifteen-credit certification program is only available to LEOs. CS 458 Data Extraction and Analysis 3 108

5 ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY The Business and Information Technology Department offers an Associate of Science Degree in Information Technology that emphasizes hands-on experience in programming, client/server operating systems, databases, computer hardware and networking. The following content labels and related descriptions delineate the areas of development expected as a result of completing the program: 1. Knowledge Base in Information Technology: Students will demonstrate breadth and depth of fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings to discuss how technical principles apply to information technology problems. 2. Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking: Students will demonstrate skills in interpreting behavior and as well as utilizing the scientific method draw conclusions about technological phenomena, and solve problems. 3. Ethical and Social Responsibility in a Diverse World: Students will demonstrate familiarity with the formal regulations that govern professional ethics in information technology, and explain values that will contribute to positive outcomes in personal and professional settings and in building a society responsive to multicultural and global concerns. 4. Communication: Students will demonstrate the ability to write a cogent scientific argument, present information in a professional manner, engage in discussion of technological concepts, and express their own ideas with clarity, as well as produce original programming source code and / or other technical projects. 5. Professional Development: Students will be able to demonstrate the application of information technology-specific content and skills, project-management skills, teamwork skills, and career preparation to succeed in postbaccalaureate employment, graduate school, or professional school. ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CORE COURSE REQUIREMENTS College Foundation LA LA Communication/Writing EN EN Arts/English/Music/Theatre/Social Science AR, EN, MU, TH, PY, SO, WS 3 History/Political Science HS, PS 3 Science/Math CM220 3 Information Communication Technologies ICT ICT 200 level elective 1 Religious Studies RS 3 Cultural Diversity 3 Total credits in core 25 MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS CS 100/200 CS Programming Course 3 CS 223 Introduction to Networking Systems 3 CS 206B Database Management Systems 3 CS 225 Current Microcomputer Systems Design 3 CS 226 Micro Operating Environment 3 CS 228 Client/Server Operating Systems 3 CS Electives Any 2 CS 200 Level Courses 6 Total credits in major

6 OTHER REQUIRED COURSEWORK AC 101 Accounting Principles I 3 Total credits for other coursework 3 Total credits of free electives 8 Total credits for degree