CHAPTER 10
NEW COLLEGE FOR ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Certificate
in Information Technology (C.I.T.)
Associate of Applied Science in Information
Technology (A.A.S.I.T.)
Bachelor of Information Technology (B.I.T.)
Integrative
Studies Overview
Integrative Studies Curriculum (B.A. & B.S.)
Wallace Shakun, Acting Dean
Janet Towslee, Associate Dean
Angleyn Hayes Cheyne, Director of Experiential Learning
New College Office, Technology Building Room 105. (770) 960-4200; Fax (770) 961-3635
The New College for Economic & Community Development is designed to offer and/or coordinate academic programming that is especially responsive to Clayton State University’s core mission of preparing students to succeed in the world of work in the 21st Century. The College is responsible for direct administration or interdisciplinary coordination for the following programs of study:
A laddered program that prepares graduates to enter the burgeoning Information Technology field at three levels:
- Certificate in Information Technology (C.I.T.)
- Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology (A.A.S.I.T.)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (B.I.T.)
A degree program (B.A., B.S., A.A., A.S.) that gives students the opportunity to custom design a curriculum that meets their career needs or to choose one of several pre-approved curriculum.
This interdisciplinary program is coordinated by the New College but the pre-planned curricula are advised by departments in the School of Arts & Sciences.
Individuals who already hold A.A.S., A.A.T., or other career-focused associate degrees can bridge to the baccalaureate through one of four B.A.S. majors:
- Administrative Management
- Technology Management
- Allied Health Administration
- Dental Hygiene Practice & Administration
The New College coordinates the advisory groups for these majors, but they are directly administered by other schools. For details about curriculum and advisement for the four B.A.S. majors, see the School of Technology (Administrative and Technology Management) and the School of Health Sciences (Allied Health and Dental Hygiene) chapters.
Center for Experiential Learning.
In additional to academic programs, the New College houses the Center for Experiential Learning which coordinates internships, cooperative education, and other experiential learning opportunities for the entire University. For information visit the center in TEC-105 (770-960-4279). Specific requirements for participation in experiential learning are included in Chapter 4, Academic Information.
The New College for Economic & Community Development has a five-fold mission:
All inquiries related to the New College for Economic & Community Development should be directed to Room 105 of the Technology Building (770-960-4200).
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Larry D. Booth, Department Chair
Lora Nichols-Leap, Assistant to the Department Chair
Information Technology Office, TEC-105; www.IT.clayton.edu
(770) 961-3636; Fax (770) 961-3635
Fulltime Faculty: Bakhtiarnejed, Bowler, Chastine, Donald, Ganoe, Marcus, and Neblett
The Department of Information Technology administers Clayton State University’s Information Technology Career Ladder (ITCL). The academic programs in this "ladder" are as follows:
The objective of the Information Technology Career Ladder is to prepare graduates to enter the rapidly expanding Information Technology job market. Based on experience and personal expectations, students can comfortably enter employment after completing the certificate, associate, or baccalaureate levels.
Courses in Information Technology are taught by Clayton State University full-time faculty members in Information Technology and related fields and by a cadre of expert practioners who serve as part-time faculty.
The Information Technology Career Ladder is structured such that all requirements of the C.I.T. are included in the A.A.S.I.T., and in turn, all requirements of the A.A.S.I.T. are included in the B.I.T. All students enter at the C.I.T.
SPECIAL POLICIES FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
All normal Clayton State University admission, progression, and graduation requirements for certificate, associate degree, and baccalaureate degree apply to the Information Technology Career Ladder. The following additional conditions apply:
1. Admission and Advising for the Information Technology Ladder Program. All ITCL students enter the program at certificate level Fall or Spring semesters. Students planning to be admitted to the ITCL curriculum and/or take IT courses must see an advisor before they can register each semester. As part of the first advising process, an "Information Technology Learning Profile" will be initiated for each student. This will enable students to better plan career options in the Information Technology field. The IT Learning Profile should be on file in the New College office before initial registration. Contact the Department of Information Technology in Room 105 of the Technology Building for details (770-961-3636).
2. Learning Support Requirements. Students must exempt or successfully exit all Learning Support requirements (mathematics, English, and reading) before enrolling in any courses, with an IT-prefix. This requirement holds for non-IT majors as well as ITCL majors.
3. Core Curriculum. The B.I.T. includes the full University System of Georgia General Education Core Curriculum (Areas A-E); however, because of the laddered nature of the program, it does not have a standard Area F, and some parts of Areas A-E are specified more narrowly than in the standard areas. Transfer of IT coursework at 1000 and 2000 to other institutions offering similar course content at 3000 and 4000 levels is not guaranteed.
4. Grade Requirements. ITCL students must earn a grade of C or better (or K) in the following courses:
a. All courses with a prefix beginning IT (ITFN, ITSK, etc.)
b. ENGL 1101
c. Any MATH course counted toward graduation
d. All upper-division courses counted toward graduation
5. Residency Requirement. Normal graduation residency requirements apply for each level of ITCL with the following exception: students who earn Information Technology course credit by examination/experience administered by Clayton State University may petition the Dean or Associate Dean of the New College to have such credit counted as in-residence. In all cases, the following courses must be taken in residence with Clayton State.
C.I.T.: ITFN 2001 (Professional Development Seminar).
A.A.S.I.T.: ITFN 2123 (Project Management), ITFN 2012 (Internship/ Cooperative),
B.I.T.: ITFN 4003 (Portfolio), ITFN 4014 (Internship).
6. Credit by Examination or Certification. Contact the Office of the New College for information about credit by competency examinations or industry certifications. Availability of these forms of credit is being phased in, and not all courses have competency examinations or certifications available.
7. Post-Baccalaureate Students. Students who already hold bachelor’s degrees in other fields are encouraged to enter the ITCL program. Such students should initiate the IT Learning Profiles as described in item 1 above. The Core Curriculum (Areas A-E) will be assumed to be complete for post-baccalaureate students except that the requirement to complete MATH 1101 or higher and ENGL 1101 with grades of C or better (or K) and the requirement to complete MATH 1501 or MATH 1241 or higher will apply. Normal University residency rules apply.
8. Transient Students. Transient students must meet all transient requirements listed in the Admissions Information chapter of this catalog. Due to the unique nature of the ITCL, all transient students wishing to enroll in IT (ITFN, ITSK, etc.) courses must be approved by the Dean or Associate Dean (contact New College, TEC-105, 770-960-4200).
9. Experiential Learning. Experiential Learning is required at all levels of the ITCL. Designated internships, and/or co-ops are required at the associate and baccalaureate level. Application for these experiences must be obtained by the announced deadline prior to registering for the experiential course (i.e., ITFN 2012 or ITFN 4014). To obtain application information, contact the Director of Experiential Learning in Room 105 of the Technology Building (770) 960-4279 the semester before the intended internship or co-op.
CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (C.I.T.)
The Information Technology Career Ladder is structured such that all students enter at the C.I.T. level for Fall or Spring semester. All requirements of the C.I.T. are included in the A.A.S.I.T., and in turn, all requirements of the A.A.S.I.T. are included in the B.I.T.
Note: A grade of C or better (or K) must be earned in all courses in the C.I.T.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION (Core Curriculum) 7 hours
Essential Skills (Area A)
A1. Take the following course:
ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)*
A2. Take one of the following MATH courses:
MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling (3-0-3)*
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1501 Calculus (4-0-4)**
* MATH 1111, College Algebra (distance learning), can also apply.
** Requires appropriate placement score beyond MATH 1101. If MATH 1501 is chosen, the extra hour will be excess credit.
Critical Thinking and Communications (Area B)
COMM 1001 Presentational Speaking (1-0-1)
II. Required Foundation COURSES 7 hours
ITFN 1101 Foundations of Information Systems
(3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: Exit or Exempt Learning Support; initiate IT Learning Profile;
Prerequisite or Corequisite: MATH 1101]
ITFN 1112 Foundations of Systems Analysis (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1101, MATH 1101. Prerequiste or corequisite: ENGL 1101]
ITFN 2001 Professional Development Seminar (1-0-1)
[Prerequisite/Corequisite: ITFN 1101, MATH 1101, and ENGL 1101]
III. REQUIRED Applications Courses 1 hour
ITSK 1701 Database Applications (0-2-1)
IV. SKILL GROUPS 15 hours
Take FIVE of the following courses: at least one foundations course marked * must be taken, and at least two skill groups must be completed by taking the appropriate courses numbered higher than 2000. ITFN 1101 and MATH 1101 are prequisite/corequisite to ITFN 1201, 1301, 1302, 1303, and 1501 and to ITSK 1401 and 1601. All courses, including co/prerequisite, require a grade of C or better. Check course descriptions found in Chapter 11 for specifics.
a. Database Design Group
ITFN 1201 Foundations of Database Design (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite or corequisite: ITSK 1701. Prerequisite: ITFN 1112 and ENGL 1101]
ITSK 2211 Intermediate Database Design (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1201]
b. Visual Basic Group
*ITFN 1301 Foundations of Programming, Visual Basic (3-0-3)
ITSK 2311 Intermediate Programming, Visual Basic (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1301]
c. Java Group
*ITFN 1302 Foundations of Programming, Java (3-0-3)
ITSK 2312 Intermediate Programming, Java (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1302]
d. C/C++ Group
*ITFN 1303 Foundations of Programming, C/C++ (3-0-3)
ITSK 2313 Intermediate Programming, C/C++ (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1303]
e. Webmaster Group
ITSK 1401 Introduction to Webmaster (3-0-3)
ITSK 2411 Intermediate Webmaster (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 1401]
f. Networking Group
*ITFN 1501 Foundations of Networking (2-2-3)
ITSK 2511 Intermediate Networking (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1501]
g. UNIX Group
ITSK 1601 Introduction to UNIX (3-0-3)
ITSK 2611 Intermediate UNIX (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 1601]
h. Computer Science Group
(Choice of this group will result in one extra credit hour.)
CSCI 1301 Computer Science I (3-0-3)
CSCI 1302 Computer Science II (4-0-4)
[Prerequisite(s): CSCI 1301]
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Total for the C.I.T. 30 hours
The projected plan of full-time study for the C.I.T. is illustrated by the following sample schedule (30 hours required).
First Semester |
Second Semester |
ITFN 1101 Fnds. Info. Sys. (3) |
ITFN 1112 Fnds. of Sys. Analysis (3) |
Skill Group Course: (3) |
Skill Group Course: (3) |
Skill Group Course: (3) |
Skill Group Course: (3) |
ITSK 1701 Database Appl. (1) |
Skill Group Course: (3) |
COMM 1001 Speech (1) MATH 1101 Math Modeling (3) |
ITFN 2001 Prof. Dev. Seminar (1) ENGL 1101 Composition I (3) |
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_____ |
14 hours |
16 hours |
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (A.A.S.I.T.)
Note: The Information Technology Career Ladder requires entry at the C.I.T. level (Fall or Spring). The A.A.S.I.T. requires 31 additional credit hours beyond the 30 credit hours in C.I.T. ALL courses that apply to the C.I.T. count in the A.A.S.I.T. In turn, all C.I.T. and A.A.S.I.T. courses will apply to B.I.T. degree. Courses marked # are requirements or options in the C.I.T level of the ITCL. The C or better rule applies to all IT (ITFN, ITSK, etc.) courses MATH 1241 and CPTG 1010. Check course descriptions found in Chapter 11 for specifics.
I. General Education (Core Curriculum) 23 hours
Take five additional Core Curriculum courses (15 hours) beyond the C.I.T.
Essential Skills (Area A) (9 hours)
A1.
Take English Composition II for the A.A.S.I.T.ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)#
ENGL 1102 English Composition II (3-0-3)
A2. One of the following MATH courses will have been taken for the C.I.T. no additional course required for A.A.S.I.T. in Area A2
MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling (3-0-3)#
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)#
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)#
MATH 1501 Calculus (4-0-4)#
Critical Thinking and Communications (Area B) (5 hours)
Take two additional courses beyond the C.I.T.
CRIT 1101 Critical Thinking across the Curriculum
(3-0-3)
COMM 1001 Presentational Speaking (1-0-1)#
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)
Natural Science and Mathematics (Area D) (3 hours)
Take one of the following:*
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)
MATH 1501 Calculus (4-0-4)**
* Students who apply MATH 1241 or MATH 1501 to Area A may take MATH 2020 here (recommended) or may take SCI 1901, Selected Topics in Science.
** MATH 1501 is 4 hours; if it is chosen, the extra hour will be excess credit.
Social Sciences (Area E) (6 hours)
Take Both courses.
POLS 1101 American Government (3-0-3)
HIST 2110 Themes in U.S. History (3-0-3)
II. Required Foundation Courses 13 hours
Take two additional courses (6 hours) beyond the C.I.T.
ITFN 1101 Foundations of Information Systems (3-0-3)#
ITFN 1112 Foundations of Systems Analysis (3-0-3)#
ITFN 2123 Foundations of Project Management (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1112, COMM 1001, and CPTG 1010;
Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 1241 or higher, ENGL 1102]
ITFN 2601 Foundations of Operating Systems (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ENGL 1101, and ITFN 1112]
ITFN 2001 Professional Development Seminar (1-0-1)#
III. REQUIRED Applications Courses 2 hours
Take ONE additional course beyond C.I.T. (COMM 1002).
ITSK 1701 Database Applications (0-2-1)#
COMM 1002 Presentation Applications (1-0-1)[Prerequisite: COMM 1001]
IV. Skill Groups 21 hours
Take two additional courses (6 hours) beyond the C.I.T.
The following courses must be taken here if they were not taken for the C. I. T.:
If the above were taken for the C.I.T., then choose appropriate courses from those listed below. Pay careful attention to prerequisites.
a. Database Design Group
ITFN 1201 Foundations of Database Design (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite or corequisite: ITSK 1701; Prerequisite: ITFN 1112 and ENGL 1101]
ITSK 2211 Intermediate Database Design (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1201]
b. Visual Basic Group
ITFN 1301 Foundations of Programming, Visual Basic (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite or Corequisite: ITFN 1101 and MATH 1101]
ITSK 2311 Intermediate Programming, Visual Basic (3-0-3)|
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1301]
c. Java Group
ITFN 1302 Foundations of Programming, Java (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite or Corequisite: ITFN 1101 and MATH 1101]
ITSK 2312 Intermediate Programming, Java (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1302]
d. C/C++ Group
ITFN 1303 Foundations of Programming, C/C++ (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite or Corequisite: ITFN 1101 and MATH 1101]
ITSK 2313 Intermediate Programming, C/C++ (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1303]
e. Webmaster Group
ITSK 1401 Introduction to Webmaster (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite or Corequisite: ITFN 1101 and MATH 1101]
ITSK 2411 Intermediate Webmaster (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 1401]
f. Networking Group
ITFN 1501 Foundations of Networking (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite or Corequisite: ITFN 1101 and MATH 1101]
ITSK 2511 Intermediate Networking (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1501]
g. UNIX Group
ITSK 1601 Introduction to UNIX (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite or Corequisite: ITFN 1101 and MATH 1101]
ITSK 2611 Intermediate UNIX (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 1601]
h. Computer Science Group
(Choice of this group will result in one extra credit hour.)
CSCI 1301 Computer Science I (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite(s): MATH 1101 or higher (or equivalent placement score).]
CSCI 1302 Computer Science II (4-0-4)
[Prerequisite(s): CSCI 1301]
i. PL/SQL Group
ITSK 2222 Introduction to PL/SQL (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 2211]
ITSK 2232 Intermediate PL/SQL (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 2222]
j. Advanced Network Group
ITSK 2522 Local Area Networks (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 2511]
ITSK 2532 Wide Area Networks (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 2522]
k. Advanced Visual Basic Group
ITSK 2321 Developing Applications, Visual Basic (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 2311]
l. Advanced C/C++ Group
ITSK 2323 Developing Applications, Visual C/C++ (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSK 2313]
m. Advanced Webmaster Group
ITSK 2422 Advanced Webmaster (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 1501, ITSK 1701, ITSK 2411]
V. Internship 2 hours
Note: To be taken the last semester of A.A.S.I.T. See item #9 of Special Policies for the Information Technology Program section in this chapter for important information related to internship application deadlines.
ITFN 2012 Information Technology Internship (0-V-2)
[Prerequisite or corequisite: ITFN 2123; Prerequisite: ITFN 2001, and ENGL 1101]
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Total for the A.A.S.I.T. 61 hours
The projected plan of study for the A.A.S.I.T. is illustrated in the following sample schedule (30 hours from CIT + 31 hours = 61 total hours required).
Third Semester |
Fourth Semester |
ITFN 2601 Fnd. Of Operating Sys (3) |
ITFN 2123 Fnd. of Project Mgmt (3) |
ITFN 130x or 1501 or skill course (3) |
ITFN 1201 or skill course (3) |
CPTG 1010 Spreadsheets (1) |
COMM 1002 Intro Presen. Media (1) |
POLS 1101 (3) |
ITFN 2012 Internship (2) |
CRIT 1101 (3) MATH 1241 or 1501 (3) |
ENGL 1102 (1) HIST 2110 (3) |
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_____ |
16 hours |
15 hours |
BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (B.I.T.)
Important Note: The Information Technology Career Ladder requires entry at the C.I.T. level. ALL courses that applied to the C.I.T. and A.A.S.I.T. also apply to the Bachelor of Information Technology. Courses marked # are included as requirements or options in the C.I.T. and A.A.S.I.T levels of the ITCL. The C or better policy for C.I.T. and A.A.S.I.T. levels apply to B.I.T. as well as all upper division (3000/4000) IT courses, ENGL 3901 and MATH 3902.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION (Core Curriculum) 42 hours
Essential Skills (Area A completed in A.A.S.I.T.)
A1. Composition (Take BOTH)
ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)#
ENGL 1102 English Composition II (3-0-3)#
A2. Mathematics (Choose ONE)
One of the following MATH courses will have been taken for the C.I.T.
MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling (3-0-3)#
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)#
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)#
MATH 1501 Calculus (4-0-4)#
Critical Thinking and Communication (Area B completed in A.A.S.I.T.)
CRIT 1101 Critical Thinking across the
Curriculum (3-0-3)#
COMM 1001 Presentational Speaking (1-0-1)#
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)#
Humanities (Area C)
C1. Literature/Philosophy (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ENGL 2111 World Literature I--Pre-Modern (3-0-3)
ENGL 2112 World Literature II--Modern World (3-0-3)
ENGL 2130 American Literature (3-0-3)
PHIL 2201 Introduction to World Philosophy (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German (3-0-3)*
C2. Fine Arts (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ART 2301 Art of the Pre-Modern World (3-0-3)
ART 2302 Art of the Modern World (3-0-3)
THEA 1100 Theater Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2101 Music Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2301 Introduction to World Music (3-0-3)
PHIL 2401 Introduction to Aesthetics (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German (3-0-3)*
* Language at the 1002-level or equivalent is prerequisite to 2001; 2001 or equivalent is prerequisite to 2002. Native speakers of a language may enroll in courses in that language only with permission of the Department of Humanities.
Natural Sciences and Mathematics (Area D)
D1. Take ONE of the following science sequences:
a) SCI 1111 Integrated Science I (3-0-3)
SCI 1111L Integrated Science I Laboratory (0-2-1)
(SCI 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
SCI 1112 Integrated Science II (3-0-3)
b) BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology I (3-0-3)
BIOL 1111L Introductory Biology Laboratory (0-2-1)
(BIOL 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
BIOL 1112 Introductory Biology II (3-0-3)
c) CHEM 1151 Survey of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
CHEM 1151L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory (0-2-1)
(CHEM 1151 and 1151L are corequisite.)
CHEM 1152 Survey of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
(CHEM 1152 has a lab, but it is only required for certain health science majors.)
d) PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics Laboratory (0-2-1)
(PHYS 1111 and 1111L are corequisites;
prerequisite or corequisite MATH 1101 or higher is prerequisite.)
PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II (3-0-3)
(PHYS 1112 has a lab, but it is only required for certain life science majors.)
D2. MATH 1241 or higher# (Completed in A.A.S.I.T.)
Social Sciences (Area E)
E1. History and Government (Take BOTH) (Completed in A.A.S.I.T.)
POLS 1101 American Government (3-0-3)#
HIST 2110 Themes in U.S. History (3-0-3)#
E2. Behavioral Science (Choose ONE)
SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology (3-0-3)
PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology (3-0-3)
E3. Capstone Course (Choose ONE)
Prerequisite for both options: POLI 1101, HIST 2110, and (SOCI 1101 or PSYC 1101).
SOSC 2501 Survey of Social Sciences and Contemporary Issues (3-0-3)
HIST 1110 Themes in World History (3-0-3)
II. REQUIRED Foundation Courses 13 hours
This entire category is included in the C.I.T. and A.A.S.I.T.
ITFN 1101 Foundations of Information Systems (3-0-3)#
ITFN 1112 Foundations of Systems Analysis (3-0-3)#
ITFN 2001 Professional Development (1-0-1)#
ITFN 2123 Foundations of Project Management (3-0-3)#
ITFN 2601 Foundations of Operating Systems (3-0-3)#
III. REQUIRED Applications Courses 2 hours
This entire category is included in the C.I.T. and A.A.S.I.T.
ITSK 1701 Database Applications (0-2-1)#
COMM 1002 Presentation Applications (1-0-1)#
[Prerequisite: COMM 1001 or concurrent enrollment in ITSK 1701]
IV. Skill Groups 21 hours
This category is fulfilled by the A.A.S.I.T.
a. Database Design Group
ITFN 1201 Foundations of Database Design (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2211 Intermediate Database Design (3-0-3)#
b. Visual Basic Group
ITFN 1301 Foundations of Programming, Visual Basic (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2311 Intermediate Programming, Visual Basic (3-0-3)#
c. Java Group
ITFN 1302 Foundations of Programming, Java (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2312 Intermediate Programming, Java (3-0-3)#
d. C/C++ Group
ITFN 1303 Foundations of Programming, C/C++ (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2313 Intermediate Programming, C/C++ (3-0-3)#
e. Webmaster Group
ITSK 1401 Introduction to Webmaster (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2411 Intermediate Webmaster (3-0-3)#
f. Networking Group
ITFN 1501 Foundations of Networking (2-2-3)#
ITSK 2511 Intermediate Networking (2-2-3)#
g. UNIX Group
ITSK 1601 Introduction to UNIX (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2611 Intermediate UNIX (3-0-3)#
h. Computer Science Group
(Choice of this group will result in one extra credit hour.)
CSCI 1301 Computer Science I (3-0-3)
CSCI 1302 Computer Science II (4-0-4)
i. PL/SQL Group
ITSK 2222 Introduction to PL/SQL (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2232 Intermediate PL/SQL (3-0-3)#
j. Advanced Network Group
ITSK 2522 Wide Area Networks (3-0-3)#
ITSK 2532 Network Administration (3-0-3)#
k. Advanced Visual Basic Group
ITSK 2321 Developing Applications, Visual Basic (3-0-3)#
l. Advanced C/C++ Group
ITSK 2323 Developing Applications, Visual C/C++ (3-0-3)#
m. Advanced Webmaster Group
ITSK 2422 Advanced Webmaster (3-0-3)#
V. Internship and Professional Development 2 hours
This entire category is included in the C.I.T. and A.A.S.I.T.
ITFN 2012 Internship (0-V-2)#
VI. Upper Division Information Technology 18 hours
a. Take the following courses:
MGMT 3101 Principles of Management (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 2123]
ITFN 3314 Testing & Quality Assurance (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 2123, (ITFN 1301 or 1302 or 1303);
Prerequisite or corequisite MATH 3902; ITFN 2012]
ITFN 3134 Business Process Re-Engineering (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 2123 and MATH 1241(C) or higher;
Prerequisite or corequisite: ENGL 3901, ITFN 2012]
ENGL 3901 Writing for Digital Media (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: ENGL 1102]
MATH 3902 Math for Information Technology (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: MATH 1241 or MATH 1501]
b. Take ONE of the following:
ITSD 4303 Human Computer Interaction (2-2-3)
Prerequisite(s): ITFN 3134(C) and ITFN 3314(C).
Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 3901(C) and MATH 3902(C).
ITMM 4404 Multimedia Production and Development (2-2-3)
Prerequisite(s): ITFN 3134 and(C), ITFN 3314(C).
Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 3901(C) and MATH 3902(C).
VII. Major Field 12 hours
Take four courses (12 hours) from your major concentration
Important Note: Some courses still are under development and may not be available during the 2000-2001 academic year. See IT department for current offerings. Only the General IT field will be fully implemented as of Fall 2000.
General Information Technology
Courses may be chosen from any major concentration listed below. In addition, related courses from non-I.T. fields may be taken if they are approved in advance by the Chair of the IT Department. Except where noted, pre-requisites for 4000-level IT courses are ITFN 3134, ITFN 3314, ENGL 3901, and MATH 3902.
Database/Networking emphasis (General IT):
ITDB 4201 Advanced Database Modeling (2-2-3)
ITDB 4204 Special Topics in Database Administration (2-2-3)
ITNW 4501 Network Planning and Design (2-2-3)
ITNW 4503 Advanced Network Management (2-2-3)
E-commerce emphasis (General IT):
ITDB 4201 Advanced Database Modeling (2-2-3)
ITSK 3413 Infrastructure for E-Commerce (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite(s): ITFN 2123, ITSK 2411, BUSA 2106, (ITSK 2311, or ITSK 2312 or ITSK
2313).]
ITSK 3423 Security for E-Commerce (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite/corequisite: ITSK 3413.]
ITMM 4405 Legal Implications of E-Commerce (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite(s): MGMT 3101.]
Database Administration (Contact department for course availability.)
ITDB 4201 Advanced Database Modeling (2-2-3)
ITDB 4202 Database Maintenance (2-2-3)
ITDB 4203 Networking and Distributed Databases (2-2-3)
ITDB 4204 Special Topics in Database Administration (2-2-3)
Networking Planning, Design & Maintenance (Contact department for course availability.)
ITNW 4501 Network Planning and Design (2-2-3)
ITNW 4502 Communications Protocols and Applications (2-2-3)
ITNW 4503 Advanced Network Management (2-2-3)
ITNW 4504 Network Administration in Multi-Platform Environments (2-2-3)
Software Development (under development)
ITSD 4301 Advanced Programming I (2-2-3)
ITSD 4303 Human-Computer Interaction (2-2-3)
ITSD 4304 Networking and Client/Server Systems (2-2-3)
ITSD 4305 Special Topics in Software Development (2-2-3)
ITSD 4312 Advanced Programming II (2-2-3)
[Prerequisite: ITSD 4301]
Information Design and Production (under development)
ITMM 4401 Principles of Information Retrieval (2-2-3)
ITMM 4402 Learning Styles and Techniques Using Technology (2-2-3)
ITMM 4403 Visual and Functional Design (2-2-3)
ITMM 4404 Multimedia Production and Development (2-2-3)
ITMM 4405 Legal Implications of E-Commerce (3-0-3)
[Prerequisite: MGMT 3101]
VIII. Experiential Learning 7 hours
Note:
Arrangements must be made in advance. See item #9 of Special Policies for the Information Technology Program found earlier in this chapter.ITFN 4003 Portfolio (1-0-1)
[Prerequisite: ITFN 3314, ENGL 3901, MATH 3902, ITFN 3134]
ITFN 4014 Internship and/or Cooperative Experience Education (0-V-6)
[Prerequisite or corequisite: ITFN 4003] Must be taken in last semester of B.I.T.
enrollment.
IX. Elective 3 hours
Any upper division course.
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Total for B.I.T. 120 hours
The projected plan of study for the B.I.T. is illustrated in the following sample schedule:
Sample Schedule:
Fifth Semester (Fall) |
Sixth Semester (Spring) |
ENGL 3901 Writing for IT (3) |
ITFN 3134 Bus. Process Reengin (3) |
MATH 3902 Math for IT (3) |
ITFN 3314 Testing & Quality Assur. (3) |
MGMT 3101 Prin. of Mgmt. (3) |
SOSC 2501 or HIST 1110 (3) |
Humanities course choice: (3) Science course choice: (4) |
Humanities course choice: (3) Science course choice: (3-4) |
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16 hours |
16 hours |
B.I.T. (61 hours from AAS + 60 hours = 121 hours total)
Seventh Semester (Fall) |
Eighth Semester (Spring) |
Major field course (3000+) (3) |
Major field course (3000+) (3) |
Major field course (3000+) (3) |
Major field course (3000+) (3) |
ITSD 4303 or ITMM 4404 (3) |
ITFN 4003 Portfolio Development (1) |
Free Elective (3) PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101 (3) |
ITFN 4014 Internship Coop. (6) |
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16 hours |
13 hours |
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Integrative Studies Advisor (A&S-210)
www.IS.clayton.edu
770-961-3420
Program Description: The Integrative Studies program provides the opportunity for a student to work with an advisor to design a curriculum that meets the student’s career and educational needs. This flexibility enables students to develop academic programs that meet the ever-changing requirements of the world of work. A bachelor’s degree in Integrative Studies can also be designed to prepare students for graduate school in certain disciplines and professions. The associate degree can be earned upon the completion of Areas A-F. (If the majority of upper division and/or Area F courses earned in the degree program is from the humanities and social sciences, the degree will be an A.A. or a B.A.; otherwise, the degree will be an A.S. or a B.S.)
The Integrative Studies program requires students to develop and focus their programs of study with special seminars and internships. Students are encouraged to take some of their courses from other universities through cross registration in the Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education or other arrangements, including distance learning. Study abroad is also encouraged.
Student Advisement and Upper Division Program Admission. All students choosing the Integrative Studies program must consult with an Integrative Studies advisor; self-advising is not allowed. Individual programs of study for the baccalaureate degree must be approved by the program coordinator. Some curriculum plans have been pre-approved as tracks, but the student still must contact an advisor to confirm the program. (See the section below for information about tracks.)
In order to be admitted to the upper division level of the Integrative Studies program and participate in seminars and internships, a student must have an institutional grade point average of at least 2.50. For additional details, consult an Integrative Studies advisor in A&S-210 (770-961-3420). Consult the Integrative Studies Program Handbook for details about possible provisional admission and other regulations.
Integrative Studies Curriculum Pre-Approved Plans: In addition to customized plans, several pre-approved plans are available for Integrative Studies students who have particular career or educational plans in mind. These focused plans are coordinated by the appropriate department of the School of Arts & Sciences as indicated:
On-line Integrative Studies Degrees: Clayton State University has been designated an official "Going the Distance" institution. "Going the Distance" is a partnership between Clayton State, the Public Broadcasting System (PBS), and Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB). By working carefully with their advisors to select available courses at appropriate times, students can earn an associate or a bachelor’s degree in Integrative Studies entirely through distance learning experiences including telecourses, interactive videocourses, and on-line courses. Note: Although the University assures students that enough courses will be available for completion of the degree via distance learning in two or four years, the availability of any given course is not guaranteed. (At this time, Clayton State University does not offer specialized laboratory science or advanced mathematics courses by distance learning.)
American Humanics Certification: Clayton State University is affiliated with American Humanics, Inc., an alliance of colleges, universities, and nonprofit institutions that prepares undergraduates for careers in non-profit agency management with youth and human service organizations. The "vision" of American Humanics is to be "the nation's preferred source of entry-level youth and human service nonprofit professionals." Integrative Studies students can earn American Humanics certification by completing certain courses as specified. American Humanics certification is available in several majors but is especially well-suited to Integrative Studies. (Students majoring in Management, Marketing, Accounting, General Business, Administrative Management, Allied Health Administration, Health Care Management, and other majors can add American Humanics certification to their majors.)
Students who already hold a bachelor's degree can also earn post-baccalaureate American Humanics Certification by taking specified courses and completing other requirements. For additional information contact the American Humanics coordinator at (770) 961-3470.
INTEGRATIVE STUDIES CURRICULUM—B.A. or
B.S.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS (Area A) 9 hours
A1. Composition (Take BOTH)
ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)
ENGL 1102 English Composition II (3-0-3)
A2. Mathematics (Choose ONE)
MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling (3-0-3)*
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)**
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
* MATH 1111, College Algebra, which is offered only by distance learning, may be substituted.
** Students must have math placement scores beyond MATH 1101 to use these courses in Area A. The extra hour in MATH 1501 will be excess credit for non-science major students.
CRITICAL THINKING AND COMMUNICATION (Area B)
(Includes foreign language and other options)
4-5 hoursB1. ALL students take this course:
CRIT 1101 Critical Thinking across the Curriculum (3-0-3)
B2. Take ONE or TWO of the following courses:
-- Students who take 10 hours in Area D must apply two hours to B2. This option will apply to Integrative Studies majors not emphasizing science.
-- Students who take 11 hours in Area D apply only one hour to B2. This option applies to students who choose to take eight hours of science in Area D.
COMM 1001 Presentational Speaking (1-0-1)
(Students may exempt this course by demonstration of basic skill
and then take COMM 1002, CPTG 1002, or CPTG 1010.)
COMM 1002 Presentation Applications (1-0-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to COMM 1002.)
CPTG 1002 Introduction to Web-Page Development (0-2-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to CPTG 1002.)
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)
(Completion of MATH 1101 or higher [or equivalent placement score] and completion
of or
exemption from COMM 1001 are prerequisite to this course. This course can be used in
Area D when taken in conjunction with CPTG 1111.)
COMM 1110 Spoken Communication (3-0-3)
(A maximum of two hours can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit.
COMM 1110 is not open to students registered for or with credit for COMM 1001
or 1002 except with permission of the Humanities department head. Students
who need to apply this course to Area F should choose other options in Area B.)
Foreign Language Options:
The courses numbered 1999 are for students who have strong beginning skills but need review before entering intermediate-level courses. The 1002 courses are appropriate for students who took two years of high school language but lack confidence in their skill level. (A maximum of two hours of 1002 can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit.)
SPAN 1002 Elementary Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 1002 Elementary French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 1002 Elementary German II (3-0-3)*
SPAN 1999 Spanish Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
FREN 1999 French Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
GRMN 1999 German Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
HUMANITIES (Area C) 6 hours
C1. Literature/Philosophy (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ENGL 2111 World Literature I--Pre-Modern (3-0-3)
ENGL 2112 World Literature II--Modern World (3-0-3)
ENGL 2130 American Literature (3-0-3)
PHIL 2201 Introduction to World Philosophy (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
C2. Fine Arts (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ART 2301 Art of the Pre-Modern World (3-0-3)
ART 2302 Art of the Modern World (3-0-3)
THEA 1100 Theater Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2101 Music Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2301 Introduction to World Music (3-0-3)
PHIL 2401 Introduction to Aesthetics (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
* Language at the 1002-level or equivalent is prerequisite to 2001; 2001 or equivalent is prerequisite to 2002. Native speakers of a language may enroll in courses in that language only with permission of the Department of Humanities.
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS (Area D) 10 hours
Note: The Area D listed here is the 10-hour version for students not majoring in the sciences or health sciences. Students taking 10 hours in Area D must take 2 hours in Area B2. Most students majoring in Integrative Studies will choose this version of Area D. (Integrative Studies majors may choose to take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science majors. See the Arts & Sciences chapter of this catalog.) Professional Sciences students must take a different version of Area D. See an advisor.
D1. Take ONE of the following science sequences:
a) SCI 1111 Integrated Science I (3-0-3)
SCI 1111L Integrated Science I Laboratory (0-2-1)
(SCI 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
SCI 1112 Integrated Science II (3-0-3)
b) BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology I (3-0-3)
BIOL 1111L Introductory Biology Laboratory (0-2-1)
(BIOL 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
BIOL 1112 Introductory Biology II (3-0-3)
c) CHEM 1151 Survey of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
CHEM 1151L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory (0-2-1)
(CHEM 1151 and 1151L are corequisite.)
CHEM 1152 Survey of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
(CHEM 1152 has a lab, but it is only required for certain health science majors.)
d) PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics Laboratory (0-2-1)
(PHYS 1111 and 1111L are corequisite, and MATH 1101 or higher is prerequisite.)
PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II (3-0-3)
(PHYS 1112 has a lab, but it is only required for certain life science majors.)
D2. Additional Science, Math, or Technology (Take one of the following MATH or SCI courses or the two CPTG courses.)
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)*
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
MATH 2502 Calculus II (4-0-4)**
CPTG 1111 Introduction to Computing (1-2-2)#
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)#
SCI 1901 Selected Topics in Science (3-0-3)
(See the schedule of classes for specific topics including Astronomy, Botany, Extraordinary Chemistry, Health and Disease, Energy, Forensics, Sex and Gender, and Human Genetics.)
* MATH 1101 or higher (or equivalent placement score) is prerequisite.
** MATH 1113 is prerequisite to MATH 1501, which is, in turn, prerequisite to MATH 2502. The extra hour will be excess credit.
# Both CPTG 1111 and 1010 must be taken to count in Area D.
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Area E) 12 hours
E1. History and Government (Take BOTH)
POLS 1101 American Government (3-0-3)
HIST 2110 Themes in U.S. History (3-0-3)
E2. Behavioral Science (Choose ONE)
SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology (3-0-3)
PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology (3-0-3)
E3. Capstone Course (Choose ONE)
Prerequisite for both options: POLI 1101, HIST 2110, and (PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101).
SOSC 2501 Survey of Social Sciences and Contemporary Issues (3-0-3)
HIST 1110 Themes in World History (3-0-3)
COURSES RELATED TO THE MAJOR (AREA F) 18 hours
Note: This Area F conforms to University System of Georgia guidelines for General/Interdisciplinary Studies. It must be followed by students who are seeking an A.A. or A.S. in Integrative Studies. However, students seeking a B.A. or B.S. in Integrative Studies at Clayton State University may apply an Area F from other majors if approved as part of the individual degree plan. Professional Science students should see an advisor for a description of their Area F.
F1. Humanities (3 to 9 hours)
Any 2000-level courses with the following prefixes*: ART, ENGL, FREN, GRMN, HUMN, MUSC, PHIL, SPAN, THEA.
F2. Social Sciences (3 to 9 hours)
Any 2000-level courses with the following prefixes*: ECON, HIST, POLS, PSYC, SOCI.
F3. Natural Sciences and Mathematics (0-6 hours)
Any 1000- or 2000-level MATH courses numbered 1113 or higher not already applied to Areas A or D and/or any 1000- or 2000-level BIOL, CHEM, PHYS, or other science courses not already applied to Area D.*
F4. Courses related to career and academic goals (12 hours)
Courses from the Area F of any major.* Study abroad is encouraged. Courses in this category must be chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor. All prerequisites apply.
* Except 1001-level foreign language in the language used to meet CPC requirements and except courses at a lower level in the same science that the student applied to the Area D lab science sequence. Courses from closely related prefixes may be applied for transfer or transient courses if approved by the advisor. A maximum of six hours of JOUR 1011/1012 may be used.
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JUNIOR - SENIOR YEARS
1. Integrative Studies Seminars (take both) 6 hours
INTE 3500, Integrative Studies Seminar I — The Culture of the World of Work (3-0-3). This course is to be taken in the junior year. (Rising juniors may take INTE 3500 along with their last few Area F courses.) It is the program’s assessment site for communication and critical thinking skills. Students who do not pass the writing assessment must enroll in WLAB 2999 and remain enrolled each term until they receive a grade of C or better.
INTE 4500, Integrative Studies Seminar II — Capstone (3-0-3). This course is normally taken during the student’s final term of enrollment. A culminating project is required.
2. Integrative Studies Practicum/Internship 3-9 hours
INTE 3901, Integrative Studies Practicum/Internship (0-9-3). This course is normally taken in a term between the two Integrative Seminars. 150 clock hours per semester in the work setting may be required. Three credit hours are required; the course may be repeated and applied to category 3 below if approved as part of the individual course of study. See Chapter 4, Academic Information, for internship requirements.
3. Courses appropriate to the student’s career and academic goals 45-51 hours
Courses may be drawn from any field but must be in the student’s approved program of study. See the heading above entitled Integrative Studies Pre-Approved Curriculum Plans for information about special emphasis. See also listings for the departments of Humanities, Natural Sciences, Music, and Social Sciences in the Arts & Sciences chapter. Cross registration at other colleges and universities of the University Center in Georgia, distance learning, and study abroad are encouraged. NOTE: The B.A./B.S. degree requires a minimum of 42 hours of upper division credit; therefore, up to 18 lower division hours may be applied to this category.
Total for Junior-Senior Years 60 hours
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Total for B.A./B.S. 120 hours
Note on Grades: A grade of C or better is required in all INTE courses. No more than 6 hours of D grades can be counted in category 3 of the junior-senior years.
Note on Residency Requirement: The normal University residency requirement of 30 hours applies with the following exceptions: (1) all INTE courses must be taken in residence at Clayton State University; (2) there is no restriction regarding school of the major; and (3) up to 9 hours of Cross Registration in the Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education, study abroad, or distance learning may be counted as in-residence if the courses are approved in advance as part of the student’s Integrative Studies program of study.