Information Technology

The Information Technology program is not structured to be part of the Business Group, and therefore is not included in its ACBSP accreditation.

This major prepares students for employment in a wide range of technical computer-based occupations ranging from networking to database administration, help desk solutions, and web administration.

To successfully complete the Information Technology Major, the following coursework is required:

• 54 credits of IT Major Requirements
• 18-21 credits to secure a minor
  Note that all IT majors are required to take a minor. MIS (Management Information Systems) is not available as a minor for these purposes.
• 45-48 credits of CORE Curriculum courses and General Electives as required to reach 120.

  A minimum of 120 credits is required for completion of degree, the last 30 of which must be completed at La Roche University.
  
   

Summary of Requirements

IT Elective: Select 1

• ISTC2050

  DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS

  ISTC2050
  DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  In this course, the features and operations of centralized, decentralized and distributed systems are examined. Implications of hardware, software and communications are discussed in relationship to the design, development and implementation of communication systems. Industry-wide standards, protocols and architectures are discussed within the context of enterprise wide systems.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1005

• ISTC3008

  WEB PAGE USABILITY AND PROGRAMMING

  ISTC3008
  WEB PAGE USABILITY AND PROGRAMMING

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course offers a comprehensive analysis of Web sites. Emphasis will be on the development of interactive web pages and the interpretation of data gathered from visitors for presentation to web site owners. Web sites will be loaded on to a network and evaluated for functionality, effectiveness and delivery of data exchange. The emphasis of this course is to produce dynamic, interactive web pages that will integrate with databases.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ISTC3020

  COMPUTER PROGRAMMING: COBOL

  ISTC3020
  COMPUTER PROGRAMMING: COBOL

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  This course introduces the student to computer programming using the COBOL (Common Business Oriented Language) programming language. The conventions of the language, its applications and applications-related advantages and disadvantages are presented. The course develops the student's proficiency in understanding and applying the problem-solving logic, methods and procedures of programming in this language, and of programming in general. This course is appropriate for all potential users of computers in business-related fields of study.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC3034

• ISTC3028

  SCRIPTING FOR THE WEB I

  ISTC3028
  SCRIPTING FOR THE WEB I

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  An introduction to content the student needs to create effective and interactive Web sites. Discover the integration of Web authoring tools and XHTML, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and web site design best practices to promote a successful site. This course will use the latest scripting language for websites. Revisit topics of ISTC2008 Intro to Cyberspace and introduce more advanced techniques involving hyperlinks, embedded objects, and multimedia activity in the web site.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1005 & ISTC2045

• ISTC4051

  INTERNSHIP - INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECNOLOGY

  ISTC4051
  INTERNSHIP - INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECNOLOGY

  Credits (Min/Max): 1/6

  A field experience in an information systems position, supervised by a field supervisor as well as college faculty. The internship is designed to increase understanding of IST and the IST-related issues and perspectives as they relate to the business and social environment.

  PREREQUISITES:

  JR/SR Status Only

IT Major Requirements: 54 credits

• ENGL2030

  TECHNICAL WRITING

  ENGL2030
  TECHNICAL WRITING

  Credits (Min/Max): 3/3

  Designed to apply the basic principles of communication to technical information so that the student can learn to present complex technical messages in the clearest possible way.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ENGL1012(H)

• ISTC1021

  PROBLEM SOLVING

  ISTC1021
  PROBLEM 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ISTC1025

  COMPUTER HARDWARE

  ISTC1025
  COMPUTER 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ISTC2005

  IT: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

  ISTC2005
  IT: 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1005

• ISTC2008

  INTRO TO CYBERSPACE

  ISTC2008
  INTRO 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1005

• ISTC2021

  MGMT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS

  ISTC2021
  MGMT 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ISTC2025

  DISTANCE LEARNING AND IT SUPPORT

  ISTC2025
  DISTANCE 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

• ISTC2030

  NETWORKING

  ISTC2030
  NETWORKING

  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.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1005

• ISTC2045

  DATA BASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

  ISTC2045
  DATA 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1005

• ISTC3005

  INTRO TO INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

  ISTC3005
  INTRO 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1005

• ISTC3015

  HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION

  ISTC3015
  HUMAN-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

• ISTC3030

  LINUX

  ISTC3030
  LINUX

  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.

  PREREQUISITES:

• ISTC3031

  ADVANCED NETWORKING AND TELECOM

  ISTC3031
  ADVANCED 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC2030

• ISTC3034

  PROGRAMMING IN JAVA

  ISTC3034
  PROGRAMMING 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).

  PREREQUISITES:

  ISTC1021

• ISTC3046

  ADV DATA BASE MGMT SYSTEMS

  ISTC3046
  ADV 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

• ISTC4042

  SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

  ISTC4042
  SYSTEMS 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.

  PREREQUISITES:

  JR/SR Only

• ISTC4055

  IT-SENIOR SEMINAR

  ISTC4055
  IT-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