CSU Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Bachelor of Science Degree in
Information Technology

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology is designed for individuals who wish to integrate the different disciplines of information technology within a business applications context. The program is concerned with the development, maintenance, management, and study of computer-based information technology systems in organizations. The BS in Information Technology program includes extensive training in the application of recordable information and knowledge, and the services and technologies to facilitate their management and use. Courses cover the key concepts of information technology, information systems management, and interpersonal and organizational communications. Graduates of this program will be able to create, maintain, and provide information technology and business related solutions in banking, government, academia, legal and judicial systems, the military, or any entry-level management position.

Curriculum

Graduates will successfully complete 120 semester hours outlined below
Semester Hours
General Studies Requirements 60
Required General Studies Courses 36
General Studies Electives 24
Major Courses 60
Major Requirements 36
Professional Electives 24
Total 120

 

Curriculum Details

General Studies Requirements - 60 hrs
Required General Studies 36
Course Number / Description Semester Hours
Humanities and Fine Arts 9
Select a minimum of 3 courses from this area to include:  
BBA 3341 - Technical Writing  
SLS 1000 - Student Learning Success  
English Composition 6
EH 1010 - English Composition I  
EH 1020 - English Composition II  
Natural Sciences 6
Select 2 courses from this area  
Mathematics 3
Must be MA 1140 - Finite Math or Higher  
History 6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area  
Behavioral and Social Sciences 6
Select a minimum of 2 courses from this area  
General Studies Electives
Courses can be taken from General Studies or any 2000-3000 level courses.
24
Major Courses - 60 hrs
36 hours must be at the 3000-4000 level
Major Requirements (Required Courses) 36
ITC 3001 - Personal Computer Fundamentals (3)  
BBA 3331 - E-Commerce (3)  
BBA 3551 - Information Systems Management (3)  
ITC 3450 - Introduction to Data Communication (3)  
ITC 3840 - Maintaining Microcomputer Systems (3)  
ITC 4010 - System Analysis and Design (3)  
ITC 4150 - Database Design and Implementation (3)  
ITC 4210 - Programming Concepts and Problem Solving I (3)  
ITC 4310 - Web Design and Development (3)  
ITC 4390 - Internet and Network Security (3)  
ITC 4760 - Information Technology Evaluation and Implementation I (3)  
ITC 4780 - Information Technology Evaluation and Implementation II (3)  
Professional Electives
(Any of the below courses or any course not previously selected can be used to satisfy this requirement. )
24
ITC 4175 - Database Implementation and Management  
ITC 4230 - Programming Concepts and Problem Solving II  
ITC 4453 - IT Infrastructure Management  
BBA 3391 - Information Technology Cost Analysis  
 Total 120 Semester Hours

 


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