Computer Information Technology

Mission

The mission of the Computer Information Technology program is to develop responsible citizens and ethical leaders through development of knowledge and skills in the field of Information Technology.

Information Technology represents the continuing convergence of technology in the computing and communications fields. The growth of the World Wide Web and the use of the Internet and intranet in business have resulted in the need for technically competent professionals.

Courses

CIT101: Microcomputer Applications

Credits 3
Covers the fundamentals of microcomputer application skills with emphasis on hands-on learning, including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations and communications, including Internet and World Wide Web. An overview of computers and related social issues may also be covered as time permits.

CIT102: Information Technology

Credits 3
Introduces students to contemporary information technology: computer hardware, software, databases and data warehouses, Internet, e-Commerce, Transactions Processing Systems, Decision Support Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Expert Systems, Neural Networks, Fuzzy Logic, Genetic Algorithms, Intelligent Agents, Swarm Intelligence, Systems Development, Enterprise Resource Planning, Security, and how it is used in business to gain competitive advantage.

CIT130: Database Applications

Credits 3
Study of terms and terminology of relational databases as they pertain to current popular database software packages. Emphasis is on a project-oriented approach solving real world applications utilizing a database software package such as MS Access. Topics covered include creating a database, designing queries, generating reports, and other database management functions.

CIT140: Electronic Spreadsheets

Credits 3
CIT140 Electronic Spreadsheets 3 credits Students learn to solve real-world application problems by organizing data, performing mathematical operations, producing charts, and presenting well-designed worksheets using an electronic spreadsheet package such as MS Excel. The emphasis is on a project-oriented approach.

CIT211: Introduction to Programming

Credits 3
Teaches the student how to solve problems using the computer. The emphasis is on analyzing a problem and designing and implementing a solution using an appropriate programming language. Language details will be covered.

CIT222: Intro Geographic Info Systems

Credits 3
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a digital cartography (computer mapping) tool for the analysis and integration of locational information. This course will provide an introduction to cartographic principles and will introduce the theory and concepts of GIS and provide hands-on training in the ArcView® desktop GIS software. It will focus on the use of spatial information for geographic analysis and the development of an effective presentation.

CIT230: Intermediate Geographic Info System

Credits 3

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a digital cartography (computer mapping) tool for the analysis and integration of locational information. This course provides hands-on training in the PC Arc/Info® GIS software, while concentrating on the development and analysis of geographic information. Prerequisite: CIT222.

CIT232: Web Design and Development

Credits 3
Covers the Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), the language used for creating web pages as well as more recent developments in web page interactivity. Furnishes an understanding of the history, development, and capabilities of the World Wide Web and introduces students to programming skills and proper techniques for designing, documenting, debugging, and maintaining a web site. Encourages discussion on a broad spectrum of topics and technologies enabled through the use of Internet capabilities. Students may also learn to use tools such as Macromedia Dreamweaver in designing and maintaining web sites.

CIT234: Web Programming

Credits 3

Teaches how to create dynamic Web pages using one of the popular Web scripting languages such as JavaScript. The course assumes prior knowledge of HTML and teaches how to add interactive functions to HTML pages. Topics discussed include data types and operators, functions, events and control structures, forms, cookies and security. Students will be able to learn object-oriented programming and debugging in relation to the scripting language used. The Browser/Document Object Model (DOM) specification published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) will also be discussed. Prerequisite: CIT232 or permission of instructor

CIT270: Technical Writing

Credits 3

This course will cover developing the reading skills and the writing skills for technical communication in diverse fields such as medical, pharmaceuticals, chemistry, biotechnology, computer software, computer hardware, electronics, aerospace, arts, business, law, religion, and finance. The students will identify the audience being addressed and write documents such as end-user manuals, system design documents, websites appropriately designed, formatted, and written with precision tools of a technical writer for the target audience to achieve clear communication. Prerequisite: GLE110.

CIT274: Computer Forensics and Security

Credits 3
This course introduces students to many of the tools and techniques used in in both attacking and defending our devices. Beginning with how data is structured and transferred, and what physically makes up our computers students will explore the vulnerabilities of the technology we use and depend on. We will investigate how these vulnerabilities can be exploited, detected and avoided. We will look at tools used for forensic purposes as well as some common tools used by hackers. This course will be offered at least once per academic year starting in the spring term. As the program expands more sections may be needed.

CIT301: Cyber Ethics and Law

Credits 3
Designed to explore current topics in Cyber Law as they affect society, government, economics, business and international trade. The central focus of the course revolves around the delicate balance being forged between law and technology. The topics to be discussed include intellectual property issues such as copyrights and trademarks, business and finance issues such as on-line contracting and taxation, social issues such as privacy, defamation, computer crime, international issues in cyberspace and constitutional issues. Prerequisite: junior class standing