Information Technology Bachelor of Science Degree Network Engineering (For students entering their technology October 2008 or later )

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1 General Description The Information Technology Department offers two concentrations as part of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology: Software Engineering Technology and Technology. A key feature of these programs is the choice between the senior project and the cooperative learning experience in the final two quarters. In the senior project, each student works with a faculty member to develop and present a project that focuses in depth on a particular topic and allows the student to bring together knowledge gained throughout the program. The cooperative learning experience based on industry demand and with the approval of the IT Department Chair, may be available during the final two quarters of the program. These experiences, which may be paid or unpaid, allow students to receive college credit and to work off-campus in an organization where they will practice and enhance their technical skills. Typically, and when available, students will work in the same organization for the final two quarters of the bachelor degree program. Software Engineering Technology The in Software Engineering Technology builds upon the knowledge of the associate degree to give the student a broader exposure to programming languages, especially objectoriented languages, and deeper experience in database design, development and implementation. Upon completion of this program, graduates will be prepared to apply for positions such as system developer, analyst, programmer, database specialist, software engineer, web programmer, planner or developer. Technology The in Technology continues on the base built during the associate degree to give the student more extensive experience in the management of Local Area Networks (LANs), intranets, Wide Area Networks (WANs) and exposure to configuring and managing web servers. Upon completion of this program, graduates are eligible to apply for positions as network security specialists, LAN managers, network administrators, network engineers and network analysts. Graduates of this program will be eligible to take such internationally recognized certification exams as the CompTIA Security + and Network+ exams and the Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA).

2 Curriculum Networking Concentration Quarter VII Course No. Course Title C L T IT 372 UNIX/Linux Concepts IT 374 IT Project Management IT 376 Database Management EN 331 Academic Writing (COM Core) Quarter VIII Course No. Course Title C L T NE 381 Design and Implementation of an Active Directory Network NE 402 Linux System Administration MA 210 Tech Math II (MA/SCI Core) ELECTIVE Core Elective (HU or AR/FL Core) Quarter IX Course No. Course Title C L T NE 391 Securing and Troubleshooting an Active Directory Network IT 414 Internet Servers NE 393 WAN technologies ELECTIVE Core Elective (COM Core) Quarter X Course No. Course Title C L T NE 408 Advanced Linux System Administration NE 401 Network Design & Implementation NE 405 Mail Servers CHOOSE ONE MA 310 Calculus (MA/SCI Core) or MA 325 Statistics (MA/SCI Core) or ELECTIVE Core Elective (MA/SCI Core)

3 Quarter XI Course No. Course Title C L T NE 404 Heterogeneous Network Administration NE 410 Introduction to Senior Project NE 411 Information Security I ELECTIVE Core Elective (SS Core) OR Quarter XI Course No. Course Title C L T NE 414 Cooperative Learning I ELECTIVE Core Elective (SS Core) Quarter XII Course No. Course Title C L T NE 421 Information Security II NE 424 Senior Project ELECTIVE Core Elective (HU or AR/FL Core) OR Quarter XII Course No. Course Title C L T NE 420 Cooperative Learning II ELECTIVE Core Elective (HU or AR/FL Core) *The cooperative learning experience based on industry demand and with the approval of the IT Department Chair, may be available during the final two quarters of the program. Legend C = Number of lecture hours per week L = Number of laboratory hours per week T = Total Quarter Hours where each lecture hour per week is one credit and each pair of laboratory hours per week is one credit. All bachelor degree students are required to take 28 credits of liberal arts and math/science courses as selected from the liberal arts core. See the course descriptions section of this catalog for a list of the core area courses. * All core courses are listed in italics. *Note: If you had MA 210 in your AS program, you will need to take an HU/SS Elective in its place. Subject to chang

4 Liberal Arts, Math and Science Courses Bachelor Degree (Revised 9/15/08 TRT) Information Technology All programs must meet certain minimum requirements in both the technical major and in the liberal arts. Technical course requirements are listed in each curriculum along with liberal arts selections. Courses listed as "Core Electives" in a curriculum can be chosen by the student from one of the several core areas listed below. Each core area provides a variety of courses for student choice. Individual departments have specific requirements and may require more than the minimum number of credits or may specify certain courses in a particular core area. Students must take a minimum of 32 credits in core electives for the associate degree and an additional 28 credits (minimum) for the (2 + 2) bachelor degree. Please refer to the curriculum above for specific requirements of your program as some curricula require more than the minimum number of courses. Associate degree core electives not in the list below cannot be used to satisfy bachelor degree core requirements. Please refer to the curriculum above for specific requirements of your program as some curricula require more than the minimum number of courses. Bachelor Degree Course Core Elective Areas 1 You must choose the following during your degree program: 2 Courses from the Communications Core 2 Courses from the Math/Science Core 1 Course from the Humanities Core 1 Course from the Social Sciences Core 1 Course from either the Humanities Core OR from the Arts/Foreign Language Core OR from the Social Sciences Core Communications (Minimum 8 Credits) EN 331 Academic Writing - 4 credits EN 421 Technical Communications 4 credits Arts/Foreign Language (Maximum of 4 Credits depending on choice) AR 203 Introduction to Drawing 4 credits AR 204 Introduction to Theater 4 credits AR 205 Introduction to Digital Photography 4 credits AR 206 3D Sculpture: An Adventure in the Third Dimension 4 credits AR 207 Introduction to Applied Music 4 credits JP 201 Introduction to Japanese - 4 credits SP 201 Introduction to Spanish 4 credits Math/Science (Minimum 8 Credits) CHM 112 Chemistry I/Lab 4 credits MA 210 Technical Math II 4 credits MA 310 Calculus I 4 credits MA 320 Calculus II 4 credits MA 325 Statistics 4 credits MA 335 Math for Game Developers 4 credits PHY 232 Physics II/Lab 4 credits PHY 362 Physics of Sensors/Lab 4 credits SCI 304 Development of Western Science 4 credits SCI 330 Our History and Future in Space - 4 credits

5 Humanities (Minimum 4 or 8 Credits depending on choice) HU 311 The Art of Film 4 credits HU 312 The American West in Film - 4 credits HU 313 World War II in Film 4 credits HU 321 Representations of Gender 4 credits HU 331 Ethics and Technology 4 credits HU 341 World Religions 4 credits HU 352 From Blues to Hip Hop - 4 credits HU 391 Digital Storytelling - 4 credits HU 432 From Cave Art to Graffiti - 4 credits HU 433 Encountering 20 th Century Art 4 credits HU 441 World Literature 4 credits Social Sciences Core Electives (Minimum 4 or 8 Credits depending on choice) EC 301 Global Economy 4 credits EC 311 Personal Finance 4 credits HI 311 The History of the American Family 4 credits HI 412 The Twentieth Century 4 credits PS 320 Developing Leadership in the Workplace 4 credits PS 330 Marriage and The Family 4 credits SO 333 Sports in Society 4 credits SO 461 Language and Thought 4 credits SS 302 The United States Legal System - 4 credits SS 303 Workplace, Diversity and Communication 4 credits SS 350 Everything is a Negotiation 4 credits 1. Subject to Change

6 Check off each completed course Technical Course Requirements Q7 IT 372 IT 374 IT 376 Q8 NE 381 NE 402 Q9 IT 414 NE 391 NE 393 Q10 NE 408 NE 401 NE 405 Q11 NE 404 NE 410 NE 411 OR Liberal Arts Core Requirements 7 Required Courses Each course = 4 credits (total of 28 credits) Communications Core #1 EN 331 Q7 #2 EN 421 Q10 Math/Science Core #3 MA 210 Q8 #4 MA 310 or 325 Q10 Humanities Core #5 Your Choice Q8-12 Social Science Core #6 Your Choice Q8-12 AR/FL, HU, SS Choice #7 Your Choice Q8-12 Q11 NE 414 Q12 OR Q12 NE 421 NE 424 NE 420 Subject to change. Please see your advisor for any questions.

7 Course Descriptions IT 372 UNIX/Linux Concepts 3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: IT 111 or IT 112 During this course, the student will be introduced to the installation, configuration, and management of a Linux operating system. At the end of this course the student will be able to understand the basic functions of the Linux operating system including the role of the system administrator. The course will discuss such topics as running the Linux system, using the graphical user interface (GUI), the Linux command line system, the Linux shell and text files and basic administration tasks. IT 374 Managing Projects 3 Class Hours 0 Lab Hours 3 Quarter Credit Hours Students will learn what is involved in becoming a successful project manager. The course covers the foundations of IT project management: project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk and procurement and will include case studies of multiple projects, both successful and failed. IT 376 Database Management 4 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 6 Quarter Credit Hours Students will learn to administer a major DBMS such as Oracle or SQL Server. At the end of the course the student will be able to assume the role of a DBA in performing tasks such as installation of the DBMS, user management, backing up and restoring databases, replication, maintaining high availability, performance monitoring, automating administrative tasks and database security. IT 414 Internet Servers 3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: IT 372 and NE 120 This course studies the administration of web servers and other Internet servers. The student will learn to install and maintain Internet servers on various platforms. Topics include the installation and configuration of popular web servers such as IIS and Apache as well as managing DNS, FTP and mail servers. NE 381 Design and Implementation of an Active Directory Network 2 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 262 or NE 251 The student will learn how to configure and manage a Microsoft Windows-based Active Directory network environment through an integrated system of skill-building lessons, hands-on exercises, and selfassessment tools. NE 391 Securing and troubleshooting an Active Directory Network 2 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 381 The student will learn how to secure and troubleshoot a Microsoft Windows-based Active Directory network environment through an integrated system of skill-building lessons, hands-on exercises, and selfassessment tools.

8 NE 393 WAN Technologies 2 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 252 or NE 253 In this course, students will develop skills in the configuration of advanced IP addressing techniques, WAN technology evaluation, WAN design, WAN protocol configuration and troubleshooting, packet analysis, and network management NE 401 Network Design and Implementation 2 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 3 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 381, NE 242 Using Cisco s Networking Academy Threaded Case Studies the students will design a wide area network (WAN) using the Three-Layer Design Model. Students will work in groups to build a client/server network (LAN). The students will connect the LANs using routers which will simulate a WAN in order to analyze network performance, network traffic, security and manageability. NE 402 Linux System Administration 4 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 6 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: IT 372 Students will learn the basics of Linux technology and be exposed to the maintenance a Linux server that other users rely on for , Web, database, networking, or other system services. In addition to the theoretical issues covered the student will gain much practical knowledge through the use of hands-on projects designed to reinforce those concepts. NE 404 Heterogeneuos Network Administration 2 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 3 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 391, NE 408 This course will cover advanced system administration topics in Operating Systems. Subjects include but are not limited to configuring, networking and troubleshooting the Mac OS, Linux and Microsoft operating systems in a heterogeneous ( mixed ) environment. NE 405 Mail Servers 3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: IT 412 or IT 414 In this course, students will develop skills in implementing and supporting current Mail servers used in business. Students will explore techniques to fulfill the messaging and collaborative needs of a networked environment; working with the Windows, Linux OS to provide services, instant messaging services, data conferencing services, and more. Students will also become familiar with most features of settings and protocols (SMTP, POP, IMAP). NE 408 Advanced Linux System Administration 3 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 5 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 402 Students will learn how to configure directory services, secure Linux systems, manage backups, fix boot problems, and compile software from source and write shell scripts for a current Linux Operating System.

9 NE 410 Introduction to Senior Project 2 Class Hours 2 Quarter Credit Hour Prerequisites: IT 376, NE 391, NE 402, IT 414 and NE 405 Students will define their Senior Project and outline a proposal for this work. The proposal will include a description of the primary results and accomplishments to be achieved by the case study to be used in the Senior Project. Students learn how to design and create a LAN environment for a case company. Interactive group activities lead them through this process. They use templates to design a strategy and implementation schedule. NE 411 Information Security I 3 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 5 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 401 This course will introduce the student to the field of security in the area of wired and wireless networks, communication systems, web servers, and file system servers. Additionally, the student will learn how to prevent system intrusions using network and host-based intrusion detection software. Forensic and Intrusion Detection methods will also be covered. NE 414 Cooperative Learning I 30 Field Hours 10 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: Requires Department Chair approval The student will use the knowledge gained through previous coursework in his/her technology with mostly paid, planned and supervised work experiences in the public or private sector. The course allows students to enhance the practical skills necessary for success by being exposed to the reality of the world of work beyond the boundaries of the campus, enhancing their self-confidence and career direction. NE 420 Cooperative Learning II 33 Field Hours 11 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: Requires Department Chair approval and NE 414 This course allows students to continue and expand on the experiences started in the NE 414 course. Here, hopefully in the same public or private sector organization, students increase the scope and depth of their real world technical experiences. NE 421 Information Security II 3 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 5 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 411 This course, which builds on the first security course, will provide students with advanced knowledge of network and system security. Topics include: cryptography, stegonagraphy, PKI and Key management. Students will also learn how to implement, respond to, and maintain: disaster recovery procedures & policies, forensic policies & procedures, developing and enforcing security policies and procedures. NE 424 Senior Project 3 Class Hours 4 Lab Hours 5 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisite: NE 410 Students learn how to design and create an implementation plan for a case-study company. Interactive group activities lead them through this process by acting in project roles to assess the needs of the case company. They use templates to complete a design strategy and implementation schedule for a heterogeneous network that may include NetWare, Microsoft and Linux components.

10 Liberal Arts, Math and Science Courses Bachelor Degree (9/15/08 TRT) Arts (Arts/Foreign Language Core) AR 203 Introduction to Drawing Drawing is the most fundamental tool of visual communication. It is the artist seeing, interpreting and acting; transforming marks into form and space on a two dimensional plane. The result a language as valid as the spoken or written word. This course introduces students to key concepts and techniques integral to developing basic drawing skills. Class time will be spent discussing, demonstrating and practicing these skills in order to produce a comprehensive body of work specific to the course objectives. Course performance will be evaluated on effort and growth as opposed to artistic talent. AR 204 Introduction to Theater Acting, like carpentry, is a craft with a definite set of skills and tools (for example, voice, body, and interpretation). This course will provide students with both a theoretical and practical understanding of acting and the theatrical process as evidenced by theatrical scenes, performed by students as a final project. Theater exercises will guide the students toward self-discovery in order to explore character development and the interpretation of the content/themes of various plays. Students will write character analysis essays as a method for understanding the specific elements of acting necessary to accurately portray a given character. Readings and discussions will help students place dramatic literature in a historical context. Students will also explore the ways in which a play is translated into a production with an emphasis on differentiating the functions of the playwright, the actor, the director, set designer and other members of a production team. AR 205 Introduction to Digital Photography (Not available to MWD students.) This course introduces students to the basic concepts of digital image making. Students will also develop skills in the critical analysis of photographs and learn about both the creative process and the historical significance of photography. Course performance will be evaluated on student effort and growth as opposed to artistic talent. AR 206 3D Sculpture: An Adventure in the Third Dimension This course will teach students to think, see and function in 3-dimensional space. They will explore the differences and similarities between 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional representation in composition and design. Students will use a broad range of materials to create sculptures that will help them explore different aspects of 3-dimensional functioning. Class time will be spent in a combination of sculpture design and a discussion of slides of work reflecting the history of three-dimensional works of art from Greek times to the present. No prior experience with art courses is required. Students will be assessed on the basis of growth and learning, rather than artistic talent. Students will need to purchase a sketch pad and they will be charged a materials fee for the materials needed to construct the sculpture projects. The combined cost of the pad and the fee is less than the cost of a typical textbook, and the course has no required textbook.

11 AR 207 Introduction to Applied Music 4 Class Hours 4 Credit Hours Core Fulfillment: Arts/Foreign Language This course will afford students the opportunity to experience a "hands on" approach to piano keyboard and composition. Each section of the course will focus on one musical concept through listening, playing and finally application. Because of the computer assisted nature of the program, all levels of musical and keyboard comprehension can be accommodated. As a result, all students can progress at their own level and achieve a level of performance competence regardless of their level of expertise with keyboard performance. So no prior experience in playing an instrument is necessary for enrollment in this course. Chemistry (Math/Science Core) CHM 112 Chemistry I and Lab 3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MA 210, PHY 232 Topics covered include atomic structure, the periodic law, and nature of the chemical bond, chemical reactivity, stoichiometry, and acid base reactions. Community Enrichment (Social Science Core) CE 301 Community Enrichment 1 Quarter Credit Hour Must be taken with EN 331 CE 301 Community Enrichment, a Feinstein Enriching America Program, is a Bachelor level one-credit option offered as a co-requisite of EN 331 Academic Writing. The course addresses the concepts of civic responsibility, social issues, and personal values. Students will be required to engage in a service experience and submit a reflective research paper on the topic of the service experience. Economy (Social Science Core) EC 301 The Global Economy This course is an exploration of the increasingly complex global economy with particular attention to the competing political economies of Europe, the United States, and the Pacific Rim. EC 311 Personal Finance Prerequisite: EN 102 This course helps both non-business and business students develop an understanding of the personal financial planning process and the relevant issues that confront individuals as the plan for their financial future. Topics covered will include personal financial statements, budgeting, cash and credit management, financial services, investments, insurance, financing housing, retirements and estate planning.

12 English (Communications Core) Information Technology EN 321 Business Communications This course prepares students for the complex communication tasks that they will encounter in the business world. Based in the case-study method, it focuses on developing the more advanced oral and written communication skills needed in specific business situations. The course includes defining goals, designing attractive and effective documents, modifying non-verbal behaviors, and developing a confident delivery. EN 331 Academic Writing 4 Class Hours 4 Quarters Credit Hours Prerequisite: EN 102 This is an advanced composition course which centers on the development of the research paper. Emphasis is on the organization, interpretation, analysis, and evaluation of a variety of materials. EN 421 Technical Communications This advanced writing course focuses on organizing and describing factual information, and on developing a clear, objective and economical prose style. Topics include collaborative writing, document design, and visual aids. History (Humanities Core) HI 311 The History of the American Family Prerequisite: EN331 An examination of the American family and the historical changes it has experienced with particular focus on socialization, gender, and sexuality. HI 412 The Twentieth Century: Crises in Power This course is an examination of major historical events of the twentieth century such as the world wars, the Nazi Holocaust, the breakdown of empire, and the rise of the third world. The emphasis is on the changing nature of power and authority. Humanities (Humanities Core) HU 202 Introduction to the Arts Prerequisite: EN 102 The arts give people a chance to state how we think and feel about something, and make it possible to discuss these thoughts and feelings among a wide audience. Through the arts we can talk about love, war, death, family, happiness, sadness, the meaning of life, and so on. In this class, students will look at universal themes as presented in the various arts and see how these themes are presented through contemporary theater, dance, contemporary and classical music, and the visual arts.

13 HU 291 Critical Thinking and Chess Prerequisite: EN 102 This course teaches critical thinking and problem-solving skills by using the game of chess as an empirical model for evaluating situations, calculating risks, predicting the consequences of possible actions, solving problems efficiently, and investigating the benefits and limits of reasoning and creative play. HU 311 The Art of Film This course is a survey of films that have significantly contributed to the development of film as an art and as an industry. Topics of discussion include filmmaking techniques and theories of criticism. HU 312 The American West in Film Pre-requisite: EN 331 or its equivalent This course will look at true events and characters of the American West during the 19 th century through reading and discussion, and compare by viewing classic Western films, how Hollywood has presented, exaggerated and/or fabricated these events and characters until they have become the American mythology. HU 313 World War II in Film Prerequisite: EN 331 The Second World War has remained a great thematic source for today s filmmakers. Because of this richness in source material, and the wide variety of themes that are covered, this course will examine films made about World War II. After watching each film, students will analyze the way the films address such themes as patriotism, leadership, moral responsibility, heroism, cowardice, survival, comradeship, and readjustment to peacetime conditions. The films will also be analyzed in terms of the contribution of these films in developing a better understanding of current military conflicts. These analyses will take the form of discussion, reading, research and writing. HU 321 Representations of Gender This is an advanced course that analyzes portrayals of gender and gender roles in literature and film to find patterns of meaning that illuminate human nature and society. HU 331 Ethics and Technology This course will explore across technologies the basic concept of ethical dilemmas, their reasoned evaluation, how we arrive at decisions, and the way decisions are implemented. In addition, within individual technologies there are specific issues to be considered, such as the definition of being a professional, organizational responsibility and accountability, individual morality vs. social policy, risk evaluation, environmentalism, etc. We will combine a general ethics text with technology-specific case studies in order to give students the ability to understand the implications of their personal and professional technology-related decisions.

14 HU 341 World Religions This course is an examination of the religious traditions and systems of belief that have now become part of American Society. While learning about specific religious practices, we will also examine how those faiths and their adherents have enriched the American experience. Issues of assimilation, pluralism, exclusion and prejudice will also be discussed. HU 352 From The Blues to Hip Hop: Contemporary American Music Prerequisite: EN 102 This course will trace the various musical forms and technological advances that have led to the American popular music of today. Particular emphasis will be given to blues and jazz and their influence on early rock and roll. In addition, a substantial portion of the course will be devoted to the technology that has led to today s sophisticated performance and recording techniques. Students will also experience some "hands on" musical activities with instruments such as the guitar and keyboard that are vital components of today s music. HU391 Digital Storytelling: Communication & Creativity Prerequisite: English 102 Digital storytelling is the process of creating brief, narrated films (typically 3-6 minutes in length) using still images, simple animation, and basic digital film-editing techniques. Combining creative writing, oral interpretation, graphic design, digital editing, and media production, students work together to create high-quality digital stories that express their own experiences, histories, and unique points of view. This course is open to all skill levels: new media newcomers, technophobes, or students with an advanced understanding of technology and design. Integrating learning, literacy, and media, this course asks students to create, compose, reflect, and share their work with others. Blending studio and studies approaches, this course includes brief reading and writing assignments, online exercises, and class discussions and concludes with a class showcase in which students present their work to classmates and others. HU 432 From Cave Art to Graffiti Prerequisite: EN 102 This course offers students the opportunity to explore the visual arts in the western world as they have developed over time, including painting, sculpture, and architecture. We will discuss the formal qualities of each type of art, and look at examples of art produced in different times and different places. Most importantly, we will develop an ability to appreciate a wide range of visual art, in many media and in many styles. HU 433 Encountering 20th Century Art Prerequisite: EN 102 Students will examine art produced in the 20th Century by exploring a variety of factors including: the differences in this art from what had come before; the role of the machine and technology in subject matter, technique and production; the major social movements and political events of the 20th Century and how they were represented in art; and the major movements in art in this century. We will look at important works by major artists of this period, so that the students can recognize these and similar works, and appreciate their place in popular culture.

15 Students will learn to be comfortable with art and be able to read art for their own enjoyment. They will come to appreciate the notion that art, in the final analysis, is a creative expression of their world, their lives, what they see and feel and experience every day. HU 441 World Literature Prerequisite: EN331 As a result of globalization, we are interacting more often with people from other cultures. This course uses fiction, poetry, and drama from around the world to learn about other cultures. Japanese (Arts/Foreign Language Core) JP 201 Introduction to Japanese Students will be introduced to the basics of Japanese, (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) with an emphasis on comprehension and speaking. Vocabulary used in everyday communication in the workplace, school, and common social situations will be covered. Contemporary Japanese society will be addressed in class discussions and video presentations including, but not limited to art, education, film (in particular animé), food, literature, music, sports, and technology. Japanese technological invention and know-how, as well as the unique challenges of doing business with the Japanese will be studied. Japanese guest speakers will be invited to share their expertise and experiences. Math (Math/Science Core) MA 310 Calculus I Prerequisite: MA 210 Limits will be introduced and the derivatives and integrals of algebraic functions will be studied at length. Applications include rectilinear motion, curve sketching, maxima and minima problems, related rates, and area under a curve. MA 320 Calculus II Prerequisite: MA 310 This continuation of Calculus I begins with derivatives of transcendental functions and proceeds with their integration. Additional topics include integration by parts, partial fractions, and numerical methods. Applications of the integral to area, volume, motion, and work will be stressed. MA 325 Statistics Prerequisite: MA 120 This introductory course stresses the use of statistics as a management tool for decision-making. The focus is on descriptive statistics, communicating statistical data, concepts of probability distribution, estimation, and hypothesis testing.

16 Physics Courses (Math/Science Core) Information Technology PHY 232 Physics II & Lab 3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MA 210, PHY 123 This is an algebraic approach to a second course in physics. The topics include: centripetal force, temperature, heat energy, mechanical waves, sound, electrostatics, and basic circuit elements. The laboratory component is designed to give students the opportunity to have hands-on experience with the fundamental concepts of physics studied in the theory portion of the course. Laboratory experiments will be performed to reinforce these concepts. PHY 362 Physics of Sensors & Lab 3 Class Hours 2 Lab Hours 4 Quarter Credit Hours Prerequisites: MA 210, (MA 310 is recommended), PHY 232 This course studies various sensors of scientific and manufacturing importance. Sensors will be characterized according to performance criteria, i.e. linearity, sensitivity, precision, etc. Principles of operation will be described. Sensors examined will include those for measuring temperature, pressure, sound, light, force, concentration, electromagnetic radiation, and radioactivity. Appropriate statistics for data acquisition will be calculated. Psychology (Social Science Core) PS 320 Developing Leadership in the Workplace This course addresses a wide range of leadership skills that will help prepare students to become effective managers in any work setting. Major course topics include understanding group interactions, training employees, managing conflict, evaluating employees, communicating expectations, facilitating employee satisfaction, and team building. Students will gain a strong understanding of the management process and will learn the key ingredients for developing a productive team of employees. PS 330 Marriage and Family This course is a review of psychological concepts relevant to understanding marital and family functioning. Topics will include mate selection, marital communication, intimacy, conflict resolution, transition to parenthood, managing crises, family violence, divorce, and balancing work, leisure and family. Science (Math/Science Core) SCI 304 Development of Western Science This course centers on the interaction of science, scientists, technology and society over the past five hundred years, primarily focusing on the development of Western science. The scientific method will be examined utilizing selected case studies. Underlying principles and methodologies of science will be illustrated by comparing and contrasting both the successes and failures of science. Factors affecting the acceptance and use of science and related technologies will be examined.

17 SCI 330 Our History and Future in Space This course investigates current space programs, as well as the history and future of space exploration. Topics focus on our solar system and the ongoing search for life on Mars. Present space technology, as well as propulsion systems now under development, is also covered. A required research paper will encourage students to select their own area of interest for further investigation. Sociology (Social Science Core) SO 333 Sport in Society While most people see sport as an "escape" from life s pressures, in reality, sport plays a significant role in modern life and is connected to issues of power, money and culture. In this class, we will look at modern sport practices as they reflect these dimensions of society. We will look substantively at issues such as discrimination in sport, violence in sport, money in sport and sport and politics. The course will help students gain a more complete understanding of this increasingly important social institution. SO 461 Language and Thought Focuses on what defines language and what makes up thinking and how they relate, by looking at such matters as brain and cognitive development, how children learn language, and how social and cultural matters influence the use of language. Social Science (Social Science Core) SS301 U.S. Foreign Policy Challenges This course examines critical contemporary foreign policy challenges facing the United States and American responses to these developments. Key issues addressed will include the dilemmas of responding effectively to Arab-Israeli conflict, rampant anti-americanism, foreign economic competition, nuclear proliferation, and terrorism. Students will investigate how these issues influence American national interests as well as the costs and benefits of a variety of policy options available for responding to them. SS 302 The Legal System Prerequisite: EN 331 This course will critically analyze whether the American legal system is truly providing equal justices for all members of our society. We will examine how legal disputes are handled and the influences that shape the structure, process and personnel of the legal system. SS 303 Communication in the Global Economy This course is designed to acquaint students with intercultural communications issues that arise in the workplace. The course begins with general information about intercultural communication, and then emphasizes two prevalent environments workers may encounter: a multi-cultural workforce located within a specific location, and employment within a multi-national corporation.

18 There are intercultural communication issues common to both environments, but each also has its own unique issues. Using case studies, this course will teach students about communication problems that may arise and recommend ways to either avoid them or address them when they do arise. SS 350 Everything is a Negotiation Prerequisite: EN102 Program Restriction: This course not open to Business Management students since they take a comparable course. We encounter situations that require negotiation many times each day. We learn to negotiate from an early age, as anyone with a sibling can attest. Sometimes there are rules, sometimes there are referees, but most of the time we are on our own, and success or failure depends on our negotiation skill level. Those with a higher skill level are more in charge of the outcome: they are more in charge of their lives. This course is intended to help students develop the skills they need to successfully negotiate their way through their work situations. Students will practice both face-to-face negotiations and negotiations carried on electronically Spanish (Arts/Foreign Language Core) SP 201 Introduction to Spanish Note: Students do not need EN 101/EN 102 as a prerequisite for this Spanish course. This course will introduce students to the Spanish language with an emphasis on the use of Spanish in the workplace. Students will learn to communicate with customers and other employees in Spanish with a focus on basic vocabulary words used in everyday interactions at the workplace. While each class will emphasize conversational skills, the course will also cover some key principles of Spanish grammar and provide some exposure to a variety of cultural traditions in Spanish-speaking countries. The course is designed for students with no prior knowledge of Spanish. Students who speak Spanish fluently will not be eligible to take the class.

19 Questions & Answers 1. When do my classes meet? Day Classes: technical classes normally meet for three hours a day five days a week. Classes normally begin in the early morning (7:45), late morning (usually 11:25), or mid afternoon. A technical time slot may vary from quarter to quarter. Evening Classes: technical classes meet on the average of three nights a week, although there may be times when they will meet four nights a week. Classes normally begin at 5:45. At the beginning of each quarter you will receive a detailed schedule giving the exact time and location of all your classes. The College requires that all students be prepared to take classes and receive services at any of NEIT s locations where the appropriate classes and services are offered. When a regularly scheduled class falls on a day which is an NEIT observed holiday (Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Martin Luther King Day, and Memorial Day), an alternate class will be scheduled as a make up for that class. The make up class may fall on a Friday. It is the student s responsibility to take note of when and where classes are offered. 2. How large will my classes be? The average size for a class is about 20 to 25 students; however, larger and smaller classes occur from time to time. 3. How much time will I spend in lab? Almost half of your technical courses consist of laboratory work. In order for you to get the most out of your laboratory experiences, you will first receive a thorough explanation of the theory behind your lab work. 4. Where do my classes meet? Students should be prepared to attend classes at any of NEIT s classroom facilities: either on Access Road or at the Post Road campus. 5. How long should it take me to complete my program? To complete your degree requirements in the shortest possible time, you should take the courses outlined in the prescribed curriculum. For a typical six-quarter curriculum, a student may complete the requirements in as little as 18 months. To complete all your degree requirements in the shortest time, you should take at least one liberal arts course each quarter. Students who need more time to complete their curriculum may postpone some of the liberal arts courses until after the completion of the technical requirements. Students are provided up to two additional quarters of study to complete the liberal arts requirements without any additional tuition assessment fee. During these additional quarters of study, students are required to pay all applicable fees. Students may also elect to complete some of their liberal arts requirements during Intersession, a special five-week term scheduled between Spring and Summer Quarters. Students will not be assessed any additional tuition for liberal arts courses taken during the Intersession but may be assessed applicable fees. Students wishing to extend the number of quarters needed to complete the required technical courses in their curriculum will be assessed additional tuition and fees.

20 6. Is NEIT accredited? NEIT is accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges (NEASC). Accreditation by NEASC is recognized by the federal government and entitles NEIT to participate in federal financial aid programs. Some academic departments have specialized professional accreditations in addition to accreditation by NEASC. For more information on accreditation, see NEIT s catalog. 7. Can I transfer the credits that I earn at NEIT to another college? The transferability of a course is always up to the institution to which the student is transferring. Students interested in the transferability of their credits should contact the Office of Teaching and Learning for further information. 8. Can I transfer credits earned at another college to NEIT? Transfer credit for appropriate courses taken at an accredited institution will be considered for courses in which the student has earned a "C" or above. An official transcript from the other institution must be received before the end of the first week of the quarter for transfer credit to be granted for courses to be taken during that quarter. Students will receive a tuition reduction for the approved technical courses based on the program rate and will be applied against the final technical quarter of the curriculum's tuition amount. No tuition credit is provided for courses which are not a part of the technical curriculum. 9. How many credits do I need to acquire my Financial Aid? In order to be eligible for the maximum financial aid award, you need to maintain at least 12 credits per academic quarter. 10. What does my program cost? The cost of your program will be as outlined in your enrollment agreement, along with your cost for books and other course materials. Students who decide to take more quarters than the enrollment agreement describes to complete the technical courses in their curriculum will be subject to additional fees and possible additional tuition costs. Students who elect to take the technical portion of the degree requirements at a rate faster than the rate prescribed in the curriculum and the enrollment agreement will be assessed additional tuition. Students who require prerequisite courses will incur additional tuition and fees above those outlined in their enrollment agreement. If a student elects to take a course(s) outside of the prescribed curriculum, additional tuition and fees will be assessed. Remember, students who withdraw and re-enter, one time only, pay the tuition rate that was in effect for them at the time of their last day of attendance for up to one year from their last day of attendance. Second re-entrees and beyond pay the tuition rate in effect at the time they re-enter. The most economical way for you to complete your college degree is to begin your program now and continue your studies straight through for the six quarters necessary to complete your degree requirements. 11. What kind of jobs will I be qualified to look for? Generally jobs will exist in the entry-level positions in the computer industry. System developer, analyst, entry-level programmer, database specialist, computer technician, computer librarian, web developer, network security specialist, LAN manager, network administrator, network engineer or network analyst are just some of the job choices available to a graduate with an associate degree. Upon completion of a bachelor's degree at NEIT, positions on the management level become attainable.

21 12. What is NEAP? NEIT is proud to be a NEAP, Novell Education Academic Partner. We are honored to be an approved training center for Novell. This agreement allows NEIT to offer authorized Novell training courses to our matriculating students. 13. What is Novell? Novell, Inc. is a company responsible for NetWare, the most popular networking software on the market today. Many local area networks internationally are Novell networks. Networks allow computers to "talk" to one another. They become the "roads" of the Information Highway. 14. What is a CNA? Novell offers training courses to maintain and administer their local area networks. These courses are offered to NEIT Computer Information Systems Technology Associate Degree students. The objective of these courses is to acquire the mastery of DOS commands, the Windows environment to maintain the PC hardware and software (NetWare) required of the Novell network. A student completing these courses is eligible to take the required tests for Novell certification as a Certified NetWare Administrator (CNA). 15. Am I automatically a CNA when I complete the coursework at NEIT? No. Upon completion of the coursework, students are eligible to pursue certification as a CNA. Tests for certification are given locally. However, a student may apply for positions as a computer network administrator without the CNA certification. 16. Am I automatically a CNE when I complete the coursework at NEIT? No. Upon completion of the coursework, students are eligible to pursue certification as a CNE. Tests for certification are given locally. However, a student may apply for positions as a network engineer without the CNE certification. 17. What is a MCP? Microsoft offers training courses to maintain and administer Microsoft local area networks. These courses are offered to NEIT Computer Information Systems Technology Associate Degree students. The objective of these courses is to acquire the mastery of DOS commands, the Windows environment to maintain the PC hardware and software (Microsoft) required of the Windows 2000 network. A student completing these courses is eligible to take the required tests for Microsoft certification as a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP). 18. Am I automatically an MCP when I complete the coursework at NEIT? No. Upon completion of the coursework, students are eligible to pursue certification as an MCP. Tests for certification are given locally. However, a student may apply for positions as a computer network administrator without the MCP certification. 19. What is a MCSA? Microsoft offers courses to install, configure, service, and support Microsoft networks. These courses are offered to CIS Bachelor Degree students who have successfully completed NET120, Introduction to Workstation Software and NET244, Installing, Configuring and Administering Servers courses. The objective of these courses is to demonstrate the skills needed to install, maintain, and update a Microsoft Windows 2000 network. A student completing these courses is eligible to take the required tests for Microsoft certification as a Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA). 20. Am I automatically an MCSA when I complete the coursework at NEIT? No. Upon completion of the coursework, students are eligible to pursue certification as an MCSA. Tests for certification are given locally. However, a student may apply for positions as a network administrator without the MCSA certification.

22 Technical Standards These technical standards set forth by the IT department establish the essential qualifications considered necessary for students admitted to the program. The successful student must possess the following skills and abilities or be able to demonstrate they can complete the requirements of the program with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Cognitive Ability Good reasoning and critical thinking skills. Ability to learn, remember and recall detailed information and to use it for problem solving. Ability to deal with materials and problems such as organizing or reorganizing information. Ability to use abstractions in specific concrete situations. Ability to separate complex information into its component parts. Ability to perform tasks by observing demonstrations. Ability to perform tasks by following written instructions. Ability to perform tasks following verbal instructions. Possession of basic keyboarding skills and knowledge of computer programs. Communications Skills Ability to speak in understandable English in a classroom situation on a one-on-one basis as well as before a group. Ability to communicate effectively with faculty and other students. Ability to demonstrate and use the knowledge acquired during the classroom training process. Ability to verbally express technical concepts clearly and distinctly. Ability to express thoughts clearly. Adaptive Ability Ability to remain calm in the face of computer lab equipment and/or software failure. Ability to maintain emotional stability and the maturity necessary to interact with members of the faculty and students in a responsible manner. Ability to tolerate the differences in all students, faculty, and administration. Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks under stressful and demanding conditions. Ability to adapt in a positive manner to new and changing situations with an open mind and flexibility. Ability to think clearly and act quickly and appropriately in stressful situations. Physical Ability Ability to sit continuously at a personal computer for long periods of time in order to learn and become proficient in computer programming and networking. Ability to perform learned skills independently, with accuracy and completeness within reasonable time frames in accordance with classroom and business procedures. Manual Ability Sufficient motor function and sensory abilities to participate effectively in the classroom laboratory. Sufficient manual dexterity and motor coordination to coordinate hands, eyes and fingers in the operation of computers and business equipment. Sensory Ability Visual Acute enough to see clearly and interpret the contents on the computer screen.