Computer Technology and Information Systems, Computer Networks and Cybersecurity Emphasis, B.S.

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Computer Technology and Information Systems

Computer Technology and Information Systems is an interdisciplinary major that prepares students in the specialized areas of 1) Computer Networks and Cybersecurity, 2) Web Design and Programming Languages for Applications. Starting from a solid foundation in business and computer science concepts, students learn to appreciate and understand the relationships between these two disciplines and the application of computer technology systems in business. The major prepares students to design and implement information decision support systems; hence, they can fill management, planning, and decision-making roles within any organization. In addition, the emphasis areas will further enable students to fill positions that require specialized skills in various computer technology areas. This major also prepares students for graduate studies in business, information systems, technology, or other related fields. Cybersecurity Emphasis: While data is increasingly providing a wealth of information and insight to corporations at their fingertips, it is also becoming detrimental in the wrong hands. With progressively more information traveling over the wires, the need for protection is greater now than ever before. This new track will therefore not only help prepare our graduates with the skills required to work in data security, but also help to narrow the skill shortage gap as being currently experienced in the industry.

Program Specific Requirements (21 Credit Hours)

ACC 110 - Introduction to Accounting 3 Credit(s).
BUS 230 - Computer Applications 3 Credit(s).
CJU 220 - Criminal Law 3 Credit(s).
ECO 202 - Principles of Microeconomics 3 Credit(s).
MTH 107 - Introduction to Finite Mathematics 3 Credit(s).
MTH 208 - Introductory Statistics 3 Credit(s).
PHI 211 - Ethics 3 Credit(s).

Common Required Courses (30 Credit Hours)

BUS 308 - Business Communications 3 Credit(s).
BUS 325 - Advanced Computer Applications 3 Credit(s).
BUS 430 - Management Information Systems 3 Credit(s).
CSC 229 - Programming Concepts and Algorithm Design 3 Credit(s).
CSC 245 - Networking Fundamentals 3 Credit(s).
CSC 312 - Computer Organization 3 Credit(s).
CSC 340 - Visual Basic for Applications 3 Credit(s).
CSC 401 - Database Theory 3 Credit(s).
CSC 455 - Systems Analysis and Design 3 Credit(s).
CSC 498 - Senior Research Seminar (Capstone) 3 Credit(s).

Computer Networks and Cybersecurity Emphasis (22 Credit Hours)

CSC 102 - Hardware Maintenance and Troubleshooting 3 Credit(s).
CSC 145 - Social Networking Best Practices 3 Credit(s).
CSC 345 - Advanced Networking Configuration and Management 3 Credit(s).
CSC 350 - Operating Systems 3 Credit(s).
CSC 435 - Fundamentals of Cybersecurity 3 Credit(s).
CSC 445 - Digital Forensics and Cybercrime 3 Credit(s).
GEO 221 - Geographic Information Systems 4 Credit(s).

Computer Technology and Information Systems, Computer Networks and Cybersecurity Emphasis, B.S.