Apr 23, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


The courses described below are listed in numerical order by discipline. All courses are 3 credits unless otherwise noted. If laboratory periods are required they are indicated after the description. For example, the notation “3 plus 1” indicates 3 class periods and 1 lab period per week.

 

Humanities

  
  • HUM 3710 - Ethics


    Prerequisite(s): ENG 1270 .
    This course is an introduction to classical ethical theory; how to adopt ethical perspectives; appreciation for ethical problems with applications for contemporary issues such as euthanasia, hunger and welfare, capital punishment, and corporate responsibility. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Distinguish between arguments of public policy and ethics. 
    2. Define selected meta-ethical concepts and use them in debating practical ethical controversies.
    3. Identify the five broad types of meta-ethical theories and describe their basic ideas.
    4. Explain the general position important ethical philosophers have espoused.
    5. Construct brief ethical arguments based upon induction, deduction, and evidence.

  
  • HUM 3720 - Advanced Critical Thinking


    Prerequisite(s): ENG 1270 .
    This course is an introduction to the evaluation of forms of argument; recognition and detection of argumentative fallacies; deductive and inductive thinking; and formal logical structures. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify the variety of speech-acts.
    2. Recognize the two major kinds of argumentation (deduction and Induction).
    3. Evaluate inductive arguments based upon the criteria of strong and weak.
    4. Critique deductive arguments in terms of validity or invalidity.
    5. Construct truth tables.
    6. Prove deductively valid arguments using the rules of propositional and predicate logic.

  
  • HUM 3740 - Philosophy of Terrorism


    Prerequisite(s): ENG 1270 .
    The philosophy of terrorism is an advanced course in philosophy which examines the two fundamental questions pertaining to terrorism and its related topics. The first question pertains to notions or concepts: What is terrorism? The second question concerns ethics: Can terrorism ever find moral justification? Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define the meaning of terrorism.
    2. Weigh the activity of terrorism (and counterterrorism) from the ethical theories of consequentialism and deontology.
    3. Appraise the question of whether an act of terrorism is ever justified.
    4. Describe ‘Just War Theory’.
    5. Judge the ideas of ‘Supreme Emergency’ and “Moral Disaster.’

    Examine mass-media presentations of terrorism and terrorists using the model of Baudrillard.


Indiana Tech-College Readiness

  
  • IIT 1000 - University Experience


    Through participation in Indiana Tech’s University Experience, students will explore, establish, and develop the academic and personal skills necessary to transition and succeed in college and as a self-directed student. Credit(s): 1 (1 plus 0)
  
  • IIT 1050 - College Study Skills


    This course will use a combination of self-reflection, assessment and group work to foster a strong foundation for success in college course work. Topics such as strength and personality type identification, goal setting, building your campus support network, time management, prioritization of tasks, accountability for goals and responsibilities, basic research skills, and presentation skills are addressed. This course awards college credit but does not apply towards graduation. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IIT 1270 - Introduction to Critical Inquiry


    Co-requisite(s): ENG 1270 .
    This interdisciplinary seminar offers students an introduction to reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making skills for application in their professional and personal lives. The course includes a study of language and argument. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IIT 1900 - Academic & Career Success Seminar


    Through participation in the Academic & Career Success Seminar, students will develop the communication, professional and educational skills necessary to further their educational and career opportunities. Credit(s): 3 (0 plus 3)
  
  • IIT 2000 - Pre-Internship Seminar


    *Required for all students who plan to complete an internship.

    IIT 2000 is designed for students preparing for an academic credit or non-academic credit internship experience. An internship provides students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real world work situations in a professional environment. Subjects covered will be the following: self-assessment of career objectives and internship goals; exploration of resources and techniques for finding and evaluating potential internships; resume and cover letter writing; interview techniques; techniques to maximize learning in an internship; experience record keeping; and communication, conflict resolution and problem solving in the organizational setting. Also covered will be professional dress, workplace ethics and appropriate behavior. IIT 2000 is a prerequisite for the following courses IS 4950 , HS 4950 , REC 4950 , SM 4950 , HCA 4950  and BA 4950  and preferred for all non-academic credit internships. Credit(s): 0

  
  • IIT 2990 - Special Topics


    Directed study in college readiness. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Credit(s): Variable (0-3)

Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering

  
  • IME 2010 - Safety Engineering


    Prerequisite(s): BA 2010  or advisor approval.
    Principles of safety engineering applied to industrial situations. Topics include job safety analysis, accident investigation, personal protective equipment, fire and electrical safety, facilities and layout. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 2020 - Work Design


    Prerequisite(s): IME 2010 .
    Motion study practices relating the worker to equipment and environment. Application of the principles of motion economy, time study, use of flow process diagrams, worker- machine charts, micro-motion analysis, time formulas, work sampling, rating, allowances, standard date systems and predetermined time standards. Techniques and procedures for developing and applying the principles of human factors engineering to systems design. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 2110 - Six Sigma I


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1030  or MA 1090  or equivalent; sophomore standing.
    An introduction to the quality concepts, procedures and documentation needed to establish an effective quality system. Specific tools include pareto diagrams, cause and effect diagrams, check sheets, histograms, scatter diagrams, run charts, control charts and process capability. Projects and computer applications. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • Apply general quality improvement techniques.
    • Explain basic statistical measures.
    • Utilize concepts involving control charts for variables and process capability.
    • Demonstrate proficiency in at least one statistical software package.

  
  • IME 3020 - Computer Simulation of Manufacturing Processes I


    Prerequisite(s): EGR 3430 .
    Computer simulation of manufacturing processes. Systems simulation structure, logic and methodology using simulation to identify opportunities for process improvement. Application of random numbers and statistical distributions. Importing CAD graphics and other external files into simulation models. Introduction to manufacturing simulation project management. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 3040 - Computer Integrated Manufacturing


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1100 ; EGR 1710 . Co-requisite(s): EGR 3600 .
    A study of the design and use of computer-based integrated manufacturing management systems for the allocation and control of plant, equipment, manpower and materials. Credit(s): 4 (3 plus 1)
  
  • IME 3060 - Advanced Computer Integrated Manufacturing


    Prerequisite(s): EGR 2650 ; IME 3040 .
    This course provides a vehicle for students to apply in an open-ended situation the lessons learned in previous courses such as Computer Integrated Manufacturing. The course focuses on automation of flexible measuring cells. The objective is to offer a final training to upper-level students in implementation of computer-based automation helping them prepare themselves for a contemporary, high-tech, manufacturing workplace. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 3110 - Six Sigma II


    Prerequisite(s): IME 2110 .
    An introduction to the quality concepts, procedures and documentation needed to establish an effective quality system. Specific tools include: control charts for attributes, sampling plans, reliability, cost of quality and an introduction to TQM. Projects and computer applications. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • Understand the theory of cost of quality
    • Explain the fundamentals of probability
    • Utilize control charts for attributes
    • Apply concepts regarding acceptance sampling, sampling plans, and reliability.
    • Understand general aspects of TQM.
    • Demonstrate proficiency in at least one statistical software.

  
  • IME 3120 - Six Sigma III


    Prerequisite(s): EGR 3430 .
    A study of how to design experiments and use statistical analysis to determine the sensitivity of the output of a process to changing input parameters. Included are randomized designs, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance (ANOVA) with single factor experiments, randomized Block Design, Latin Square designs, incomplete and complete Block Designs, 2k Factorial Designs, replication, Nested Designs, split-plot design, regression analysis, response surface methods, and gage R&R. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • Ability to select controllable factors and to recognize uncontrollable factors which affect the yield of a process.
    • Application of hypothesis testing.
    • Development of test statistics.
    • Ability to analyze ANOVA routines for the various types of experimental designs.
    • Ability to design and analyze the appropriate experiment for a variety of applications.
    • Application of the software MINITAB.

  
  • IME 4020 - Lean Manufacturing


    Prerequisite(s): IME 2020 ; EGR 2650 .
    The study of the principles and practices used to identify and minimize non-value-added activities present in the manufacturing environment. Concepts covered include pull systems, cellular flow, quick change-over, quality at the source, point-of-use storage, 5-S, standardized work, visual control systems and value of stream mapping. Emphasis is placed on moving from a focus of local optimums to optimizing the entire system. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 4110 - Six Sigma IV


    Prerequisite(s): IME 3110 .
    The examination of various quality control and assurance concepts and their integration into a comprehensive quality management system. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • ​Learn, absorb and practice elements of quality philosophy prescribed by Deming, Juran, Crosby, Feigenbaum and Ishikawa.
    • Learn and apply the core principles of Total Quality to classroom as well as business and personal life.
    • Document case study solutions to reinforce the learning of Total Quality Culture characteristics.
    • Benchmark local and regional business enterprise(s) against Total Quality principles and concepts.

  
  • IME 4200 - Environmental Engineering


    Prerequisite(s): IME 2010 .
    This course provides students with an understanding of the environmental climate in which manufacturers operate. Concepts covered include: changes in environmental regulations and understanding of environmental aspects and impacts, pollution prevention, environmental management systems (EMS) and ISO 14000 requirements. Students will also explore the issue of environmental stewardship through life-cycle analysis and design for the environment considerations in product development. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 4300 - Integrated Resource Management


    Prerequisite(s): IME 4020 ; EGR 3430 .
    Manufacturing planning from supply through distribution. Concepts include: Supply Chain Management, Economic Order Quantity, Just-in -Time (JIT), MRP, MRP II, ERP and Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP). Course will include exposure to related software and e-commerce best practices. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 4950 - IME Internship


    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the faculty advisor.
    Directed study of IME-related student work experience. Cannot be repeated unless approved by the dean. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IME 4973 - IME Senior Project I


    Prerequisite(s): EGR 2000 ; senior standing.
    The presentation of a creative engineering design solution to a real-world physical problem. The design solution will involve the formal and creative application of mathematics, science and engineering theory. Students will aim to produce systems that will be safe, robust, cost-effective and are technically sound solutions to the problem. Students are required to sit for a comprehensive exam over the IME engineering coursework. Credit(s): 2
  
  • IME 4974 - IME Senior Project II


    Prerequisite(s): IME 4973 .
    The presentation of a creative engineering design solution to a real-world physical problem. The design solution will involve the formal and creative application of mathematics, science and engineering theory. Students will aim to produce systems that will be safe, robust, cost-effective and are technically sound solutions to the problem. Students must demonstrate knowledge of the information that currently exists in the public domain relative to their project proposal. Credit(s): 2
  
  • IME 4975 - IME Senior Project


    Prerequisite(s): EGR 2000 ; senior standing. CPS students only.
    The presentation of a creative engineering design solution to a real-world problem. The design solution will involve the formal and creative application of mathematics, science and engineering theory. Students will aim to produce systems that will be safe, robust, cost-effective and are technically sound solutions to the problem. One semester course. Credit(s): 4
  
  • IME 4990 - Special Topics in Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering


    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the dean of engineering.
    Directed study of a special body of subject matter in the field of industrial and manufacturing engineering. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Credit(s): Variable

Information Systems

  
  • IS 1100 - Introduction to Information Systems


    An introduction to information systems with an emphasis on business related computing. Common computer applications are used to support theory. Scheduled laboratory. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 1150 - Principles of Information Systems


    An overview of the field of information systems and the technology used to support and run organizations today. This course looks at why information systems are crucial to businesses and what advantages they provide. Students investigate the components of computers and systems, data and information, the Internet, information security, electronic commerce, enterprise systems, systems development, ethics and computer crime. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 1200 - Digital Imaging


    An introduction to the technical aspects of digital imaging using Adobe Photoshop. You will learn basic saving methods, selection and retouching tools, be introduced to scanning procedures, layers, masks and various other aspects of the software. Optimization and image preparation for Web applications also will be covered. The essential skills and concepts gained from this course are relevant to the use of digital imaging in the modern environment and the many commercial applications for which digital imaging is used.

     

      Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0) For Digital Graphics majors only.

  
  • IS 1300 - Programming I


    Prerequisite(s): CS 1200  or CS 1250  with grade C or better; MA 1030  or MA 1090 .
    An introduction to computer programming using the Java language, beginning with the fundamental steps needed to create, compile and run simple stand-alone applications that are platform-independent. Students will learn how to use primitive data types, control statements, methods and arrays in their software. In addition to covering essential techniques, this course prepares students for an advanced object-oriented Java programming course. Scheduled and unscheduled projects. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 1400 - Visual Communication


    Prerequisite(s): IS 1200 .
    This course provides an introduction to concepts in visual design and communication. Topics include graphic elements, style, grids, typography, color, organization, proportion and scale. This course also will present common errors made in visual design and practical techniques for correcting these errors. Students will demonstrate the ability to improve the visual quality and effectiveness of user interfaces and multimedia productions by presenting and evaluating existing and original work to the class. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 1600 - Concept to Creation


    Designed to prepare students for advanced courses that require basic pre-visualization skills in the graphic design field. The student will use traditional drawing methods to communicate concepts for digital design and storyboarding animations. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 1800 - Interactive Design


    Prerequisite(s): IS 1100  or IS 1150  or Co-requisite(s): CS 1250 .
    The course will show students how to incorporate graphics, sound and video into Web pages. Topics include: standard and motion graphics, video and audio. The focus of this course is on producing attractive and interactive pages using the capabilities of the Web browser. Weekly scheduled and unscheduled laboratory. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2100 - Web Development I


    Prerequisite(s): IS 1300  with a C or better.
    A first course in web development introducing hypertext markup languages, style sheets and client-side scripting.  Students will create webpages rich in multimedia and controlled content. The CSS box model, web browser testing and code validation are also covered.  Weekly scheduled laboratory and unscheduled laboratory. Weekly scheduled laboratory and unscheduled laboratory. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2300 - Programming II


    Prerequisite(s): IS 1300  or CS 1300  with a grade of C or better.
    A comprehensive second programming course using the Java language. Students will build on their previous basic Java programming knowledge to create class-centric, object-oriented applications that uses abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism to provide great flexibility, modularity and reusability in developing software. Graphics programming topics, including event-driven programming, creating graphical user interfaces and writing applets are covered. Several advanced features such as using exception handling to make programs robust, using multi-threading to make programs more responsive and interactive, incorporating sound and images to make programs user-friendly, using input and output to manage and process a large quantity of data and creating client/server applications may also be covered. Scheduled and unscheduled laboratory projects. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2400 - Design Fundamentals


    Prerequisite(s): IS 1400 
    Students in this course will have an aptitude for the visual arts and/or an understanding of the fundamentals of competent design. The course will review and pursue to a greater depth the structural elements, organizational principles, psychological effects and communicative functions of two-dimensional art and design. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2450 - 3D Modeling


    Prerequisite(s): IS 1400  or advisor approval.
    This course is a comprehensive look at the complete suite of Maya’s polygonal and subdivision surface modeling tools. Students will develop techniques and strategies for efficiently creating virtual models to be used in animations or print. Scheduled and unscheduled labs. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2460 - 3D Animation and Rendering


    Prerequisite(s): IS 2450 .
    Students use advanced animation techniques to create character animation and 3D environments including rigging, key framing animation, lighting, camera angles, texturing, and motion. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2600 - Web Site Design


    Prerequisite(s): IS 2100 .
    This course looks at the design aspects of developing an interactive Web site. Topics include user population targets, usability issues including federal standards, physical design characteristics, marketing and maintenance, testing and evaluation and site navigation. Students will develop and test prototype Web sites using hand-coded and an automated framework. Scheduled and unscheduled labs. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2900 - Web Development II


    Prerequisite(s): IS 2100 ; CS 2500 .
    Continuation of IS 2100.  This second course in web development incorporates server-side scripting and relational databases into webpages previously designed in IS2100.  Students will create applications that generate dynamic web pages and store user data. The MVC pattern, data objects, exception handling and input validation are also covered.  Weekly scheduled laboratory and unscheduled laboratory.  Unscheduled lab. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 2950 - Graphics Portfolio I


    This course is a practicum in which students will demonstrate their digital design skills by project work agreed upon by the student and the instructor and monitored throughout the semester at scheduled times. The project or projects will represent an array of performance and become part of the student’s portfolio. Credit(s): 3
  
  • IS 2990 - Special Topics in Information Systems


    Prerequisite(s): Administrative approval.
    Directed study of a special body of subject matter in the field of information systems. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Credit(s): Variable
  
  • IS 3100 - Cybersecurity I


    Prerequisite(s): IS 1300 IS 2100  or NET 1200 .
    A first course in cybersecurity introducing cybersecurity concepts, terminology, and issues.  Topics include security attitudes, data security and risk analysis, network vulnerabilities, malware and cyber attacks, hacking, social engineering, encryption, security policies and access control, cyber terrorism, and cybercrime laws. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 3200 - Cybersecurity II


    Prerequisite(s): NET 1500 ; IS 3100 .
    Continuation of IS 3100.  This second course in cybersecurity includes methods and techniques used to conduct a digital forensics investigation with emphasis on the systematic accumulation of electronic evidence, court-validated forensics tools and laboratory hardware, legal methods of processing crime and incident scenes, and reporting results of the investigations. Laboratory experiments. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 3300 - Programming III


    Prerequisite(s): IS 2300  with a  C or higher.
    Continuation of IS 2300.  This third course in programming uses advanced level object-oriented programming languages, application framework and development tools to create applications for mobile devices, like the Apple iPhone or iPad. Students will study the mobile design requirements, program several applications in the appropriate SDK, test their product on both simulators and real devices. Examination of appropriate application distribution methods will also be studied. Scheduled and unscheduled labs. Scheduled and unscheduled labs. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 3400 - Typography and Layout


    Prerequisite(s): IS 2950 .
    Activities in this course including projects that will promote the critical awareness of type as basic to successful graphic design skills. Topics include how to choose and specify type, type as a visual element, type applications and type design. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 4100 - IS Senior Project I


    Prerequisite(s): IS 2300 ; CS 2500 .
    A first course in the design of an information systems project using the system development life cycle (SDLC) approach. Topics include use cases, process modeling, data modeling, and user interface design. Upon completion students will be able to analyze a problem and design an appropriate solution using a combination of tools and techniques. Writing required. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 4400 - Cybersecurity Project I


    Prerequisite(s): IS 3200 .
    A first course in the design of a cybersecurity project to address security problems facing organizations today.  Students apply the concepts and knowledge acquired in cybersecurity, internet and computer programming, database systems, digital forensics, criminal justice and networking engineering.  Upon completion students will be able to analyze a cybersecurity problem and design an appropriate solution using a combination of tools and techniques. Writing required. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 4600 - Disaster Recovery


    Prerequisite(s): IS 3100 .
    This course examines the strategies and activities for limiting the impact to and recovery of information systems, networks and data should a disaster occur. Recovery and test plans are developed and analyzed to return mission- critical systems to an optimally secure and functional state. Risk identification and analysis are explored for assets, physical facilities and end-user functions with secure accessibility. Topics include data assurance, information security, project management disciplines and business continuity planning. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 4700 - IS Senior Project II


    Prerequisite(s): IS 4100 .
    Continuation of IS 4100.  A hands-on exploration of emerging trends and/or a new technologies in information systems. Students will apply systems analysis and design techniques to design and build their own information systems solution. Latitude is incorporated into the course so that students can pursue a project not available with previous courses. In-depth project and presentation. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 4750 - Cybersecurity Project II


    Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing, IS 4400 .
    Continuation of IS 4400.  A hands-on exploration of emerging cybersecurity criminal activity, system data breaches and/or attack methods. Students apply analysis and design techniques to design and build their own cybersecurity solution. Latitude is incorporated into the course so that students can pursue a project not available with previous courses. In-depth project and presentation. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 4800 - Technical Project Management


    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or administrative approval.
    Concepts and practical applications including tools and techniques for management of technical projects with emphasis on scope, time, communication and resources. Topics covered include: task estimating and scheduling, project scope and resource management. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 4920 - Graphics Portfolio II


    Prerequisite(s): IS 3400 .
    This course is a practicum in which students will create a variety of work that demonstrates the students’ competence in digital graphics. Projects must be approved by faculty and will be monitored throughout the semester at scheduled times. These projects will become part of the student’s portfolio. Credit(s): 3 (0 plus 3)
  
  • IS 4930 - Web Portfolio I


    Prerequisite(s): IS 2900 .
    This course is a practicum in which students will demonstrate their web development abilities by creating an advanced web environment. Each student will create a site of their choosing that demonstrates skills and techniques learned in previous coursework. Projects must be approved by faculty and will be monitored throughout the semester at scheduled times. Credit(s): 3 (0 plus 3)
  
  • IS 4940 - Web Portfolio II


    Prerequisite(s): IS 4930 .
    A continuation of IS 4930 . Credit(s): 3 (0 plus 3)
  
  • IS 4950 - Internship


    Prerequisite(s): IS 3100  or CS 3800 .
    This course combines professional field experience as a member of an organization with classroom topics and principles of information systems. In addition to the work experience, the student also will participate in a seminar program discussing the relationship of previous course work to actual operations in industry. Credit(s): Variable up to 5
  
  • IS 4990 - Special Topics in Information Systems


    Prerequisite(s): Administrative approval.
    Directed study of a special body of subject matter in the field of information systems. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Credit(s): Variable
  
  • IS 5300 - Enterprise Networking & Communication


    This course focuses on the importance of the proper processing, storage, and transmission of information in the business environment and examines the significant issues and obstacles involved. The subjects are presented in the context of using established industry best practices. Topics covered include, LAN/WAN technologies, wireless communications, various types of network traffic, network convergence, security. Special consideration is given to emerging technologies such as cloud computing. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 5800 - System Analysis and Design


    Students will use conceptualization and analysis in the design of an information systems project using the system development life cycle (SDLC) approach. Topics included are use cases, process modeling, data modeling, and user interface design. Upon completion students will be able to analyze a problem and design an appropriate solution using a combination of tools and techniques. Writing required. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 6000 - Enterprise Information Processes


    Prerequisite(s): IS 5300 ; IS 5800 .
    This course is a study of ERP for IS managers. It is a process-oriented, organizational view of the management and implementation of Information Systems. Integrated and emerging technology based solutions are used to plan and develop processes. Students will develop process designs and the corresponding metrics to be used for evaluation of the processes in the EIP systems. Topics included: process analysis, risk management analysis, process design and implementation, supply management for information systems and resources, customer relationship management, developing criteria for deliverables and SLAs (Service Level Agreements), and strategic outsourcing decisions. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 6600 - Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery


    This course prepares students for a leadership role in Business Continuity Planning (BCP) with a specific emphasis on Information Technology processes and assets. Topics included will be an in-depth study of risk analysis, risk mitigation, and supervision of the development, maintenance, relevant training and implementation of response plans. Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) will be explored as a subset of BCP that will focus on the actions to be taken before and after a catastrophic event that will ensure the timely restoration of normal productivity. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IS 6700 - Challenges & Implications of Digitization


    This course examines the technical, professional and legal challenges associated with the growing digital environment. Information privacy, cybercrime, data proliferation, net neutrality, and information rights are studied along with legal and regulatory implications. Additional topics include data mining ethical issues, information security, intellectual property, malicious software and data globalization. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

Intensive English Bridge Program

  
  • IEP 0010 - Elementary Listening and Speaking


    Prerequisite(s): High School Diploma and Placement Test
    This course is designed for students with a beginning/low elementary level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach a high elementary ELP in listening, speaking, and pronunciation. Students will learn to develop aural comprehension of spoken discourse, work on building vocabulary, and apply speaking skills to express basic ideas with close approximation to the sounds of English. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0020 - Elementary Writing and Grammar


    Prerequisite(s): High School Diploma and Placement Test
    This course is designed for students with a beginning/low elementary level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach a high elementary ELP in writing skills and grammar concepts. Students will learn to develop general comprehension of basic English grammar, such as word classes and tenses, and write with complete sentences and short paragraphs. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0030 - Elementary Reading and Vocabulary I


    Prerequisite(s): High School Diploma and Placement Tests
    This course is designed for students with a beginning/low elementary level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach a high elementary ELP in reading comprehension and vocabulary usage. Students will learn to read with increased speed and efficiency and expend their understanding of the root, prefix and suffix of English words. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0040 - Elementary College Skills I


    Prerequisite(s): High School Diploma and Placement Test
    This course is designed for students with a beginning/low elementary level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach a high elementary level ELP in participating in a college class setting, note taking and textbook reading skills, as well as understanding of social, cultural, and education system in the US. Field trips to local attractions and/or presentations of guest speakers will be arranged to help students reach out to the American society, so they will obtain a profound understanding of their learning environment. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0100 - Intermediate Listening and Speaking


    Prerequisite(s): IEP 0010 IEP 0020 IEP 0030 IEP 0040 
    This is an integrated communication skills course for students with a high elementary level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach an intermediate ELP in listening, speaking, and pronunciation. Students will learn to identify the main ideas and factual information in level-appropriate passages they hear in various situations. They will also learn to speak with more clarity and fluency so that others can understand them better. Pronunciation skills include English sounds (vowels and consonants) and rhythm, intonation patterns, reduction and contraction, etc.  Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0200 - Intermediate Writing and Grammar


    Prerequisite(s): IEP 0010 IEP 0020 IEP 0030 IEP 0040 
    This course will help students with a high elementary level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach an intermediate ELP in writing and grammar.  Students will learn to write about a variety of topics to reach level-appropriate correctness, clarity and detail. Students will apply the principles of paragraph structure and focus on basic essay organization, formatting, and revision. Punctuation, compound sentences, correction of run-ons and fragments will be enhanced for better use of grammar. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0300 - Intermediate Reading and Vocabulary


    Prerequisite(s): IEP 0010 IEP 0020 IEP 0030 IEP 0040 
    This course will help students with a high elementary level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach an intermediate ELP in reading and vocabulary. Students will read and analyze texts in various genres, and apply a variety of strategies for learning and retaining new vocabulary. Through development of critical reading skills and expansion of vocabulary volume, students will increase their reading speed and comprehension. Students will also train to think in English while reading, instead of translating English into their native languages. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0400 - Intermediate College Skills


    Prerequisite(s): IEP 0010 IEP 0020 IEP 0030 IEP 0040 
    This course provides extra practice in a variety of language and technology skills. Students will learn to employ college resources to navigate the academic environment, and obtain competence with information technology. Topics range from cultural issues, current events, to a variety of college subject matters, such as sociology, biology, political sciences, etc.  Field trips to local attractions and/or presentations of guest speakers will be arranged to help students reach out to the American society, so they will obtain an understanding of their learning environment. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0500 - Advanced Listening and Speaking


    Prerequisite(s): Placement Test/C and above on IEP 0100 IEP 0200 IEP 0300 IEP 0400 
    This is an integrated communication skills course for students with an intermediate level English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach an advanced ELP in listening and speaking. Students will learn to identify and analyze the information in both social and academic situations. They will also learn to explain and support their ideas and opinions and respond to critique. Pronunciation skills addressed in IEP 0100 will be enhanced, along with recognition and use of formal and informal American English. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0600 - Advanced Writing and Grammar


    Prerequisite(s): Placement Test/C and above in IEP 0100 IEP 0200 IEP 0300 IEP 0400 
    This course will help students with an intermediate level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach an advanced ELP in writing and grammar.  In addition to writing about a variety of topics to reach nearly-native correctness, clarity and detail, students also train to think in English, instead of translating their native languages into English, and use English to create clear, comprehensible and well-organized writing. Students will practice and apply advanced grammar structures through collecting materials and thinking, as well as writing and revision. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0700 - Advanced Reading and Vocabulary


    Prerequisite(s): Placement Test/C and above in IEP 0100 IEP 0200 IEP 0300 IEP 0400 .
    This course will help students with an intermediate level of English Language Proficiency (ELP) to reach an advanced ELP in reading and vocabulary, in order to be ready for the demands of reading in college courses. Through reading with increased comprehension and reflecting on a variety of genres, and drawing appropriate inferences from what is read, students will develop their higher-level critical thinking skills so they will progress to comprehend more complicated reading materials. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • IEP 0800 - Advanced College Skills


    Prerequisite(s): Placement Test/C and above in IEP 0100 IEP 0200 IEP 0300 IEP 0400 .
    This course provides extra practice in a variety of language and technology skills, only in a more advanced level and with more intensive training. Students will employ college resources to navigate the academic environment, and obtain competence with information technology so they will be ready for the college academic courses. Topics range from cultural issues, current events, to a variety of college subject matters, such as sociology, biology, political sciences, etc.  Field trips to local attractions and/or presentations of guest speakers will be arranged to help students reach out to the American society, so they will obtain a profound understanding of their learning environment. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

Management Information Systems

  
  • MIS 1300 - Software Tools


    This course exposes students to general purpose application software including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software, and operating system computer file maintenance. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 1500 - Computer Systems & Hardware


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 1300 .
    This course prepares students to effectively manage a variety of hardware issues, such as installation, configuration, upgrading, diagnosing, troubleshooting, safety, preventative maintenance, the principles of motherboards, processors and memory in microcomputer systems. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 2100 - Networking & Infrastructure


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 1500 .
    A survey of network and telecommunications design as they relate to information systems. Topics include hardware, voice, data, video and digital wireless infrastructure technologies. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 2150 - Component Analysis & Design


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 2100 .
    Continuation of MIS 2100 . Application of networking technologies as they relate to business environments. Analyze and design a network topology for a new environment and an existing structure with emphasis on compatibility. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 3000 - Programming Logic


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 1300 .
    Effective development and documentation of logic structures are reviewed for usage in file management utilizing perspectives of sequence, selection, iteration and modular programming. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 3100 - Database Management


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 1300 .
    This course emphasizes relational database development, usage and control with exposure to a variety of end user and managerial programs for utilization in a professional environment. Related topics also include normalization and conceptual design using entity relationship diagramming. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 3150 - Database Applications Development


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 3000  and MIS 3100 .
    This course emphasizes database application development within multi-tier systems, emphasizing the development of front-end user interfaces. The course is also an introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL). Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 3200 - Web Applications & the Internet


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 2150 ; MIS 3000 .
    The course presents strategic and operational uses of the Internet and the World Wide Web by business organizations. Packaged software is used to design a Web site and develop Web pages. Ongoing management issues are addressed for maintaining a dynamic Web site. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 4000 - Enterprise Resource Planning


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 3000 ; MIS 3100 .
    ERP systems provide the foundation for a wide range of e-commerce based processes including web-based ordering and order tracing, inventory management and built-to-order goods. This course examines the pros and cons of ERP systems, explains how they work, as well as the issues related to system selection, design and implementation. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 4200 - Systems Analysis & Design


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 3150 .
    An overview of the systems development life cycle with emphasis on techniques and tools of system documentation and logical system specifications.  This course is intended to provide a comprehensive, balanced and up-to-date coverage of systems analysis and design. The course maintains the dual focus on the concepts and techniques from both the traditional, structured approach and the object-oriented approach to systems development.  Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MIS 4400 - MIS Project Management


    Prerequisite(s): MIS 4200 .
    This course covers the components of successful project completion including scope, financials, resources, milestones, tracking and communications. Project-planning software will be utilized to apply theoretical concepts and review documentation. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)

Mathematics

  
  • MA 1005 - Foundations of Mathematics I


    This course prepares students to take MA 1010 or MA 1020. Topics include computation with whole numbers, decimals, integers and rational numbers using correct order of operations. Other topics include ratio and proportions, exponents, and simplifying and solving linear equations with one variable. Tables and graphs will also be studied.  Problem solving is integrated throughout and appropriate use of non-graphing scientific calculators is expected. College credit awarded but will not be applied toward degree requirements. (3 Credit Hours) Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1010 - Basic Algebra


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1005  with grade C or better.
    Real numbers, algebraic expressions, basic rules of algebra, ratios and proportions, exponents (including negative exponents and rational exponents), radicals, formulas, Cartesian plane, distance between points, midpoint of a line segment, polynomials, operations on rational expressions and solving linear equations and inequalities (in one variable). This course may not be applied toward degree requirements. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1015 - Intro to Technical Mathematics


    This course is a collection of math topics that include relevant topics in geometry, trigonometry, and algebra that support a technical degree program at the associate’s level. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1020 - Foundations of Mathematics II


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1005  with a C or higher, or equivalent. 
    This course prepares students to take MA1025. Topics include exponents, simple roots, simplifying and solving equations and inequalities with one variable. Also included are basic operations with polynomials, roots, and radicals. Graphing lines using slope and y-intercept is also taught. Problem solving is integrated throughout and appropriate use of non-graphing scientific calculators is expected. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1025 - Mathematical Problem-Solving


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1010  or MA 1020  with grade C or better.
    Topics in algebra include exponents and their properties and addition, subtraction and multiplication of variable expressions. Solving and applying linear equations and applying exponential equations are studied. Graphing lines and linear inequalities using slope-intercept form and solving systems of equations and inequalities as they relate to business, social science, and finance applications and displaying data are also covered. Throughout the course application problems and appropriate technology will be emphasized. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1030 - Applied Algebra


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1010  with a grade of C or better.
    Solving algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential equations. Simplification of algebraic, exponential and logarithmic equations. Analysis of graphs and translation properties. Linear systems, inequalities, and matrices. This course DOES NOT satisfy a MA 1035  requirement. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1040 - Finite Mathematics


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1030  or MA 1090  with grade C or better.
    Set theory, coordinate systems and graphs, linear programming (geometric approach and algebraic approach), matrices and linear systems, permutations and combinations, probability, statistics, mathematics of finance. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1050 - Geometry for Educators


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1025 . This course Is for education majors only.
    The purpose of this course is to reacquaint elementary education students with geometry. This course will familiarize students with the fundamental properties and formulas of one-, two- and three-dimensional geometric shapes. It will also develop their problem-solving skills through inductive and deductive reasoning. Geometric proofs will be introduced while exposing the students to the axiomatic system of Euclidean geometry. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1055 - Applied Trigonometry


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1030  or MA 1090  with a grade of C or better.
    Basic concepts of trigonometry, trigonometric functions, fundamental trigonometric identities, trigonometric equations, applications of trigonometry and vectors. This course DOES NOT satisfy a MA 1090  requirement. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1090 - Precalculus


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1010  grade C or better or appropriate placement.
    This course prepares students for a traditional engineering calculus sequence. Topics include: Algebraic operations; polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions and their graphs; trigonometric functions, identities, and graphs of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions; solving triangles. Credit(s): 4 (4 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1100 - Applied Calculus I


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1055  with grade C or better.
    Functions and graphs, limits, differentiation, curve sketching, exponential and logarithmic functions, antidifferentiation and integration. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1110 - Applied Calculus II


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1100  with grade C or better.
    Integration, series, multivariable calculus, differential equations. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1200 - Calculus I


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1090  with grade C or better.
    Limits, continuity and derivatives are the focus of this course. The derivatives of polynomials, rational, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions are studied. Techniques of differentiation include using appropriate rules, implicit and logarithmic differentiation. Applications include related rates, differentials, optimization and curve analysis. Basic anti-derivatives are also covered including the substitution technique. Credit(s): 4 (4 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1210 - Calculus II


    Prerequisite(s): MA 1200  with grade C or better.
    Using integration techniques to find antiderivatives and solve applications. Solving separable first order differential equations.  Analyzing the convergence of an infinite sequence. Determining whether an infinite series converges absolutely or conditionally, or diverges.  Determining the interval of convergence of a power series. Analyzing parametric and polar curves. Credit(s): 4 (4 plus 0)
  
  • MA 1520 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers


    This course is a study of mathematical concepts, procedures, and processes found in the elementary math curriculum grades K-8. Students will study real number properties, patterns, operations, algebraic reasoning, probability, statistics, methods of counting and problem solving utilizing an activity oriented approach. The course will emphasize the developmental nature of elementary mathematics content. Credit(s): 3 (3 plus 0)
 

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