Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (120 Hours)
Program Outcomes
an ability to analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
an ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
an ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
an ability to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
an ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
an ability to use systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals.
Essential Liberal Arts Courses (34 hours)
Required
| AIL100 | AI for Everyone | 3 |
| CCC100 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 |
| CCC102 | Public Speaking | 3 |
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| MATH100 | Mathematics for the Liberal Arts | 4 |
| Or | |
| MATH101 | Intermediate Algebra | 4 |
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| Scientific Inquiry | 4 |
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| Experiential Learning | 2 |
Great Conversation Series
Required
| GCON110 | Great Conversation: The Meaning of Life | 3 |
| GCON120 | Great Conversation: Western Civilization | 3 |
| GCON130 | GCON130 - Great Conversation: Global Civilization | 3 |
| GCON140 | GCON140 - Great Conversation: Art | 3 |
| GCON150 | GCON150 - Great Conversation: What It Means to Be A U.S. Citizen | 3 |
Information Technology Core (49 hours)
Required
| CS101 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| CS103 | Programming for Everyone I | 3 |
| CS104 | Programming for Everyone II | 3 |
| CS110 | Web Development | 3 |
| CS221 | Introduction to Information Technology Systems | 3 |
| CS241 | Cloud Computing Foundations | 3 |
| CS311 | Application Development I - Backend | 3 |
| CS312 | Application Development II - Frontend | 3 |
| CS283 | PostgreSQL | 3 |
| CS203 | Introduction to C | 3 |
| CS222 | Microprocessors | 3 |
| CS323 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 4 |
| CS325 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CS326 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CS421 | Information Security and Data Protection | 3 |
| CS429 | Capstone: Information Technology | 3 |
Information Technology Major Cognates (19 hours)
Required
| MATH135 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 |
| MATH204 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| COMM342 | PR Case Studies and Organizational Theory | 3 |
| BUS101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| MGMT243 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MGMT342 | Information Technology & Project Management | 3 |
Four Year Plan
Fall - First Year
| CS100 | Internet History, Technology, and Security | 3 |
| Or | |
| CS101 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
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| CS103 | Programming for Everyone I | 3 |
| CCC100 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 |
| MATH135 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - First Year
Fall - Second Year
| CS221 | Introduction to Information Technology Systems | 3 |
| CS203 | Introduction to C | 3 |
| CS311 | Application Development I - Backend | 3 |
| CS241 | Cloud Computing Foundations | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - Second Year
| CS222 | Microprocessors | 3 |
| CS312 | Application Development II - Frontend | 3 |
| MGMT243 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
SCI/ELEC
| Scientific Inquiry | 4 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Fall - Third Year
| CS323 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 4 |
| CS283 | PostgreSQL | 3 |
| CS326 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| COMM342 | PR Case Studies and Organizational Theory | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - Third Year
| CS325 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| MGMT342 | Information Technology & Project Management | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
Fall - Fourth Year
| CS421 | Information Security and Data Protection | 3 |
| CS355W | Writing for Computer Science | 4 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
Spring - Fourth Year
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
ELE/ELEC
| General Elective | 3 |
Note:
- The expected first mathematics course for this degree is MATH135. Students who do not place into MATH135 based on the Mathematics Placement Policy may need to complete the following prerequisite courses listed below, in addition to the courses listed above:
MATH101 – Intermediate Algebra (4)
MATH115 – Pre-Calculus Mathematics (4)
C- or higher is required for all prerequisite courses in the Department of Mathematics.
- General elective credit hours will vary dependent upon the following degree requirements:
- Must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours
- Must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework at the 300 or 400-level
- Courses requiring prerequisites and corequisites are noted on the course which can be found in the course description section of the catalog.
Some select courses in this major, minor, or concentration are offered online through a consortium of accredited colleges and universities. All courses within the program are delivered by faculty employed by partner institutions in the consortium, with technology and administrative support provided by Rize Education.
Oversight of courses offered through the consortium are reviewed and approved by Adrian College. Students register through Adrian College and receive academic credit from Adrian College.