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First Year
First Semester
CORECIS-160
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-099
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-156
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
COREEET-060
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Credit Hours: 3.00
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Credit Hours: 3.00
ELE--- ---
Credit Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
First Year
Second Semester
CORECIS-079
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-081
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-060
Credit Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
GENCOM-111
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
GENENG-119
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Credit Hours: 3.00
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Credit Hours: 3.00
GENBUS-094
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Credit Hours: 3.00
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Credit Hours: 3.00
Second Year
First Semester
CORECIS-070
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-084
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-087
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-073
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
COREBUS-142
GEN--- ---
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
ELE--- ---
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
Second Year
Second Semester
CORECIS-053
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-085
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-089
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
CORECIS-074
Credit Hours: 1.00
Credit Hours: 1.00
COREITT-043
Credit Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
GEN--- ---
Credit Hours: 3.00
Credit Hours: 3.00
ELE--- ---
Credit Hours: 2.00
Credit Hours: 2.00
| FIRST YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| CORE | CIS-160 | Practical Software Applications CIS-160 Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Practical Software Applications Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-099 | Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Introduction to Web Technology Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-156 | Computer Logic CIS-156 This course is an introduction to basic computer programming terms and concepts. JavaScript is used to illustrate variables, conditional statements, functions, loops and arrays. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Computer Logic Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | EET-060 | Computer Hardware OREET-060 This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of computer hardware and give students hands-on experience in assembling, upgrading and troubleshooting basic computer systems and hardware.
Computer Hardware Course Outline | |
| CORE | ITT-063 | Innovation I ITT-063 This course examines the history, technology and progression of innovation and innovative ideas in IT, robotics, electronics and DIY makerspace environments. The tools and techniques used in the innovation lab will be explored. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Innovation I Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | --- --- | CIS or ITT Elective --- ---
CIS or ITT Elective | 2.0 |
Semester Totals |
14.0 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| CORE | CIS-079 | Client Operating System SPCIS-079 A comprehensive examination of Client Operating Systems. Course of study includes, but is not limited to, Microsoft client operating systems. Topics include installation, configuration, optimization, administration, network integration and other support issues. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Client Operating System Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-081 | Networking Essentials CIS-081 An introduction to networking technology for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and the internet. Designed for those seeking a career in network administration and support or those seeking professional certification. Leads toward Network+ Certification. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Networking Essentials Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-060 | Project Management CIS-060 An overview of project management as it applies to information technology projects. Project management software will be introduced. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Project Management Course Outline | 2.0 |
| GEN | COM-111 | Intro to Speech Communication COM-111 Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selecting, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence and points of view to audiences.
Intro to Speech Communication Course Outline | 3.0 |
| GEN | ENG-119 | Composition I Pathway ORENG-119 Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts and writing, revising and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion.
Composition I Pathway Course Outline | |
| GEN | ENG-120 | Composition I ENG-120 Students develop a writing process by reading and analyzing texts that illustrate various rhetorical strategies as well as writing, revising and editing short essays. Minimally, students must compose four formal, revised writing assignments, having one reach at least 1,250 words.
Composition I Course Outline | 3.0 |
| GEN | BUS-094 | Business Math ORBUS-094 Covers basic applications of mathematics in the business world - fractions, decimals, percentages, elementary algebra, banking, buying and selling, payroll and interest. It is designed to reinforce and expand business concepts through the use of mathematics.
Business Math Course Outline | |
| GEN | MAT 1 --- | Math Elective *MAT 1 ---
Math Elective | 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
17.0 | ||
| SECOND YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| CORE | CIS-070 | Network Security FACIS-070 An overview course of security topics as it applies to a typical server-based network. Course of study includes Security+ Exam content: authentication, remote access, external attacks, intrusion detection, web and email security and disaster recovery. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Network Security Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-084 | Server Operating Systems FACIS-084 A comprehensive examination of server operating systems. Course of study includes, but is not limited to, Microsoft server operating systems. Topics include installation, configuration, optimization, administration, network integration and other support issues. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Server Operating Systems Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-087 | TCP/IP and Routing CIS-087 An in-depth study of the TCP/IP protocol and router technology. Topics include installation, configuration, optimization and administration of routers in an Internet, intranet or LAN environment. Troubleshooting, network integration and other support issues will also be discussed. (Repeatable 3 Times)
TCP/IP and Routing Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-073 | Survey of Operating Systems CIS-073 An overview study of operating systems from command line systems through 32-bit and 64-bit GUI interface operating systems. The broad exposure is appropriate for the beginner, but the depth of study also makes it appropriate for the advanced student. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Survey of Operating Systems Course Outline | 3.0 |
| GEN | --- --- | Social Science Elective --- ---
Social Science Elective | 3.0 |
| CORE | BUS-142 | Introduction to Business ORBUS-142 Covers the objectives, organization and role of business in the free-enterprise system. The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of business and to provide a framework into which specialized fields may be studied.
Introduction to Business Course Outline | |
| ELE | --- --- | CIS or ITT Elective --- ---
CIS or ITT Elective | 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
18.0 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| CORE | CIS-053 | Wireless Networking SPCIS-053 An overview course of wireless LAN technologies and implementations. Course of study includes both theory and configuration of current wireless devices, details of 802.11 standards and discussions of security implementations and concerns. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Wireless Networking Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-085 | Adv Server Operating System SPCIS-085 An advanced course in the design, installation, configuration, and support of a Local Area Network using the server operating systems and their tools. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Adv Server Operating System Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-089 | Advanced Routing CIS-089 An in-depth look at the components of the Routing and Switching and the tools that are used in the implementation, configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting of the LAN/WAN environment. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Advanced Routing Course Outline | 3.0 |
| CORE | CIS-074 | IT Seminar CIS-074 Places emphasis on the student's on-the-job experiences. Job-related aptitude tests as well as job-hunting techniques are discussed. (Repeatable 3 Times)
IT Seminar Course Outline | 1.0 |
| CORE | ITT-043 | IT Network Admin Degree Internship ITT-043 Designed to give Network Administration students on-the-job experience. The students must work in the community in a computer-related area. (Repeatable 3 Times)
IT Network Admin Degree Internship Course Outline | 2.0 |
| GEN | --- --- | Social Science Elective --- ---
Social Science Elective | 3.0 |
| ELE | --- --- | CIS or ITT Elective --- ---
CIS or ITT Elective | 2.0 |
Semester Totals |
17.0 | ||
Total Program Hours | 66.0 | ||
| Suggested Electives | |||
| ELE | ITT-064 | Innovation II ITT-064 A practical, lab-based class that concentrates on the design, development and implementation of physical and electronic computer interfaces. The goal is to extend the reality of computer use and/or game play using both currently available and custom hardware and software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Innovation II Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-063 | 3-D Computer Animation CIS-063 An overview and exploration of the different applications and techniques used in the development of 3D models for game, video and web animation. The course will explore a variety of commonly used tools and will identify their strengths and capacities. (Repeatable 3 Times)
3-D Computer Animation Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-066 | Digital Video Production CIS-066 An overview course discussing the development of digital video including planning and shooting, editing, titling, effects and animation, soundtrack creation and audio editing and output in DVD, video and the Web. Streaming output will also be discussed. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Digital Video Production Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | ITT-068 | Digital Video Effects ITT-068 This course is a continuation of post-production techniques that includes but is not limited to compositing, chromakeying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, matte effects, 3D production techniques and motion graphics. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Digital Video Effects Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-062 | Computer Game Development CIS-062 A practical exploration of video game development using both original programming and modification of existing game code. A variety of game types will be explored and created with the focus being on understanding, exploration and creativity in the development process. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Computer Game Development Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | ITT-066 | Indie Game Development Lab ITT-066 This course is a production class that mimics the game development environment in an indie development house. Methods of production will be covered, options will be discussed and assignments will be made based on skill and ability. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Indie Game Development Lab Course Outline | 3.0 |
| ELE | CIS-069 | Cross Platform Game Development CIS-069 Advanced features of modeling and animation software will be covered including architecture, character creation, texturing and animation. Emphasis will be placed on integration of cross platform apps into the creation of an electronic game, including the use of multiple file formats for exporting and importing. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Cross Platform Game Development Course Outline | 3.0 |
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SU Course offered in summer term only