ISTC1021PROBLEM SOLVING
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides step-by-step progression, with detailed explanations and many illustrations, from the basic of mathematical functions and operations to the design and use of such techniques as codes, indicators, control-breaks, arrays, pointers, file updates, report handling, data structures, and object-oriented programming. The tools of problem solving, including decision tables and trees, structure charts, IPO charts, algorithms, and flow-charts are demonstrated and explained. Throughout the course, typical business problems are presented for solutions, providing excellent experience for the students.
ISTC1025COMPUTER HARDWARE
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides both a theoretical and a hands-on, detailed, progressive examination of personal (PC) computer system hardware, both stand alone personal computers and distributed-data/networking hardware. Throughout the course, the concepts discussed, and the hardware-related problems presented for discussion and solution, are typical of the knowledge required to work with personal and business-world computer hardware applications, providing excellent experience for the students.
ISTC2005IT: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides students with an introductory and general examination of computer-based systems and users as they exist throughout the world. A particular focus of this course is providing students with an overview of information technology, as it exists in both the developing as well as the developed world. To this end, students will examine computer use trends, industry trends, economic and resource patterns, employment trends and cultural patterns that affect or are affected by information technology.
ISTC2008INTRO TO CYBERSPACE
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course introduces the student to the world of the Internet. The course will focus on the effective and efficient use of the Internet to find and evaluate quality resources, communicate and collaborate using appropriate tools, create HTML files, and examine issues such as privacy, security and safety.
ISTC2021MGMT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides discussion and analysis of current issues related to the management of information systems. The components of an information system; hardware, software, data, connectivity, procedures and people are discussed in relationship to a variety of information systems including collaboration information systems, social media information systems, and enterprise wide systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning, Customer Relationship Management and Supply Chain Management. Other major areas of analysis include cloud computing, business intelligence, and the Systems Development Life Cycle. The focus of the analysis is using Information Systems to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
ISTC2025DISTANCE LEARNING AND IT SUPPORT
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course focuses on the design, development, and evaluation of distance learning systems and technology related technology support. An introduction to instructional design theory as it relates to distance learning will be included. Additionally, this course will include development of training materials and examination of technology tools needed to support eLearning.
PREREQUISITES:
ISTC1005 & ISTC2008 & ENGL2030
ISTC2030NETWORKING
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides students with an introductory examination of computer-based networked environments. Of particular interest in this course is providing students with both a conceptual as well as an applied understanding of networks and networking. Students will be introduced to the organizational framework in which networking exists. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to explore networking on practical and applied levels so that issues such as hardware and software solutions and applications, as they relate to networked environments, will be examined.
ISTC2045DATA BASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides the basic knowledge required to operate and use a computer to perform the practical tasks of data file creation, retrieval of data and maintenance of data files. DBMS's are used for all types of applications involving medium-to-large scale data files. Major focus is on the acquisition of a working knowledge of the theories, principles and operating procedures of data base management systems using a representative DBMS. This course is appropriate for all potential users of computers in all fields of study.
ISTC3005INTRO TO INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides students with an introduction to and overview of those fundamental legal issues that are pertinent to the acquisition and deployment of information technology. Students will be given an overview of local, federal and international legal systems and their relationship to intellectual, civil and criminal legal principles as they apply to information technology.
ISTC3015HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of human-computer interaction (HCI). The study of HCI focuses on the interaction between users and their computer systems. The course also examines the implications and effects of human-computer interaction in and for society; conversely, the course explores ways that society influences human-computer interactions. Analysis of interface design will be included, in the context of evaluation and evolution of usability.
PREREQUISITES:
ISTC1005 & ISTC1021
ISTC3030LINUX
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides a hands-on, step-by-step, progressive examination of the Linux/UNIX operating system. The student will explore Linux/UNIX commands, the various shells used in Linux/UNIX, and some of the applications available in Linux/UNIX, including X Windows and a variety of productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheet program(s), data base management system program(s) et al). Throughout the course, OS-related problems presented for solution are typical of personal and business-world applications of the OS, providing excellent experience for the students.
ISTC3031ADVANCED NETWORKING AND TELECOM
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course builds on the foundation knowledge of ISTC2030 Networking. The content will help the student design, install, maintain and administer networks with confidence. Networking is an extraordinarily complex topic that is evolving daily, requiring skills to evaluate and compare new technologies; this course offers the student a framework for success in network topologies.
ISTC3034PROGRAMMING IN JAVA
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course introduces the student to computer programming using the cross-platform Java programming language. The conventions of the language, its applications and applications-related advantages and disadvantages are presented. Students will be introduced to the concepts and techniques of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
ISTC3046ADV DATA BASE MGMT SYSTEMS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course focuses on an investigation and application of advanced data base concepts including data administration, data base technology and selection and acquisition of data base management systems (DBMS). It includes an in-depth practicum in data modeling and system development in a data base environment.
PREREQUISITES:
ISTC1005 & ISTC1021 & ISTC2045
ISTC4042SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course is an overview of the systems development life cycle and its use in analyzing and designing systems. It includes concepts of project roles, cost estimates, documentation (deliverables), tools and techniques for management of processes and communications.
ISTC4055IT-SENIOR SEMINAR
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This comprehensive capstone course provides students with an opportunity to develop an individual and group project demonstrating their Information Technology and project management skills. Students will examine emerging technologies and their implications for IT, refine their presentation skills and research Information Technology related issues.
PREREQUISITES:
ISTC4042 & SR status