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    Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Program Highlights

    The objective of this degree program is to prepare you to pursue career advancement in the field of information technology. At the completion of this degree, you may be able to design real-world e-media products or create technical solutions to hardware and software problems, depending on your chosen area of focus.

    You will explore ways to communicate and apply core information technologies professionally as well as evaluate, design, and implement systems based on IT methodology. You will study how to:

    • Analyze and offer verbal and written resolutions to technical issues faced by users and organizations
    • Evaluate trends, practices, and products to determine their effectiveness for systems and users
    • Explain the impact of information systems and technology on business or economic processes 

    Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Tracks of Study

    You can enroll in one of two tracks of study within the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. In addition, you can choose to pursue a career focus area, which is a grouping of courses designed to prepare you with specialized knowledge and skills in a specific field. Career focus areas allow you to personalize your education by focusing your elective choices on an area of study that best fits your desired career path.

    Applied Technology Track  

    In the applied technology track, you will study how to use and manage various information systems and technologies to best serve the needs of employees, customers, and organizations.

    Career focus areas associated with the applied technology track include:

    • Information Systems Management
    • Network Administration
    • Project Management
    • Web Development 

    Information Systems Track 

     

    The information systems track is a more rigorous course of study that requires three advanced math courses in statistics, linear algebra, and discrete mathematics. You will study how to create information systems and technologies to meet user needs. The curriculum also includes an introductory course on information systems architecture. Students will study the technology, business and communication skills relevant to the IT professional.

    Career focus areas associated with the information systems track include:

    • Application Development
    • Database Management
    • Information Security and Forensics
    • Mobile Computing
     

    What are the Career Opportunities?

    This degree program could help you pursue careers in database management, network administration, programming, website development, and information security. Our programs are designed to prepare you with the integrated design and technology background to work in many industries, including consulting. You can focus on an area of study that best fits your career and educational goals. 

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    Prepare for Certification

    Employment of computer and information systems managers is expected to grow through 2020 due to organizations upgrading their IT systems and switching to newer and faster mobile networks.† Kaplan University’s School of Information Systems and technology has been validated by the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) as meeting the National Training Standard for the following certificates:‡ 

    • Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professionals, NSTISSI-4011
    • Senior Systems Managers, CNSSI-4012

    Advanced Start Degree Option

    If you already have an associate's or bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university and are interested in pursuing a career that requires the ability to effectively articulate and convey ideas, concepts, and information, our advanced start program can help you earn a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology in as little as two years.§  

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  • Curriculum: Information Systems Track

    Core

    100/200 LEVEL: COMMUNICATION COURSE (5  Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 33
    Total Program Credits: 180

    100/200 LEVEL: MATHEMATICS COURSE (5 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 33
    Total Program Credits: 180

    200 LEVEL: COMMUNICATION COURSE (5 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 33
    Total Program Credits: 180

    300/400 LEVEL: ARTS AND HUMANITIES COURSE (6 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 33
    Total Program Credits: 180

    300/400 LEVEL: PHYSICAL SCIENCE COURSE (6 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 33
    Total Program Credits: 180

    300/400 LEVEL: SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSE (6 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 33
    Total Program Credits: 180

    Major

    IT 190: FOUNDATIONS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (5 Credits)

    Students will explore the basic concepts of information technology including hardware, software, and networks. The student will gain a practical understanding of how computer hardware and operating systems work. Topics include personal computer configuration and maintenance, along with the fundamentals of system software installation and administration.

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 234: DATABASE FOUNDATIONS (5 Credits)

    This course prepares students to learn database programming. Students will be exposed to the fundamental concepts of database management systems and the capabilities of the SQL programming language. This course will provide students with the business context in which data is used and how it is transformed into information. Students will identify the information needs and general usage of data within the modern business context and link the use of relational database management systems to the data needs of the organization. 

    Prerequisites Required:

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 273: NETWORKING CONCEPTS (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the concepts behind today's networks. It outlines current network design, explaining the OSI Model and the methods of carrying data over wired and wireless media. Other topics include fundamental network design components such as topologies and access methods, basic administration of network operating systems, and troubleshooting methods for data transmission and recovery.

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    MM 207: STATISTICS (5 Credits)

    This course serves as an introduction to collecting, organizing and summarizing, and analyzing data using statistical software. Topics include basic terminology, measurement, sampling procedures, graphical and numerical descriptions of data, basic probability, and making inferences from a sample to the population. Statistical software is provided in the course and extensive use of that software is required. The course focuses on “thinking with” statistics rather than “computing” statistics.

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    MM 250: INTRODUCTORY DISCRETE MATHEMATICS (5 Credits)

    This course is designed to provide information technology and computer science students with an overview and appreciation of mathematical concepts, highlighting applications of mathematics to information technology and computer science. Topics include set theory, logic, matrices, sequences and series, graph theory, and algorithm analysis. The student will complete assignments in each of these areas and be able to identify and apply the core concepts in each of these areas to related problems.

    Prerequisites Required:

    MM  212

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    MM 260: LINEAR ALGEBRA (5 Credits)

    This course is designed to provide students with an overview and appreciation of linear algebra concepts, highlighting applications of linear algebra to real-world situations. Topics include vector operations, matrices, spaces and subspaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and real-world applications of linear algebra. The student will complete assignments in each of these areas and be able to identify and apply the core concepts in each of these areas to related problems.

    Prerequisites Required:

    MM  212

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    MT 140: INTRODUCTION TO MANAGEMENT (5 Credits)

    This course will give students an introductory overview of management theory, management functions, organizational structure, daily management responsibilities, ethics, and current management tools and resources. Theoretical concepts will be illustrated with practical application to real-world management problems and scenarios.

    Prerequisites Required:

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 301: PROJECT MANAGEMENT I (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the principles of project management. Students will gain knowledge of the project management skills and processes needed to select, initiate, and plan a project. Students will explore the project management knowledge areas. Topics include creating the project charter, developing project scope statements, creating the project schedule and budget, and risk planning.

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 302: HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the field of human computer interaction (HCI). Students examine the theory, principles, and guidelines for developing effective interface designs. Students learn how to design, implement, and maintain the user interface of interactive systems. Students learn about development methodologies, evaluation techniques, user interface building tools, task analysis, and prototyping.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 331: TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE (6 Credits)

    This course explores the concepts and purpose of information technology infrastructure. Emphasis is placed on expanding the student's knowledge of computer networks and data transmissions and applying those concepts to an organization's technology requirements.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 332: PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the background of information systems architecture. Students will learn a holistic approach to both hardware and software architecture design from a broad systems perspective. Both a business and technical focus will be covered with concrete examples of current technologies and related managerial issues. 

    Prerequisites Required: IT 331

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 350: STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE (6 Credits)

    This course covers fundamental concepts of the SQL programming language. Students expand their SQL query writing skills through focused practice with an increasingly complex problem and solution set. Students will be exposed to working with multiple tables and aggregating data for reporting. In addition, students will see how to maintain data through the use of SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements. Students will be directed to investigate and practice the skills necessary to ensure quality results and performant queries. Microsoft SQL Server will be the programming environment used. 

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 163, IT 193, or IT  271

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 460: SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN (6 Credits)

    This course provides an overview of the system development and modification process. Students learn to evaluate and choose a system development methodology. It emphasizes the factors for effective communication with users and team members and all those associated with development and maintenance of the system.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 499: BACHELOR'S CAPSTONE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (6 Credits)

    The Bachelor's Capstone in Information Technology is designed to build on the concepts of all information technology courses students have taken as a part of their degree plans. The capstone project integrates problem-solving techniques and the development and implementation of viable, student-developed solutions to meet an identified technology or design need in a business or institutional environment.

    Prerequisites Required: Last quarter or permission of the Program Chair

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 489: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXTERNSHIP (6 Credits)

    This course gives students practical job experience in the information technology field. Students will arrange an externship working in an IT position with a cooperating employer. The externship provides students an opportunity to learn about the IT career field through practical, real-world experiences and mentoring from an IT professional. This experience will enrich their technology skills and provide a better understanding of the level of expertise needed to be successful in their career. Externships must be preapproved by the Dean prior to the start of the term. Students who fail this course on the first attempt may not reenroll in this course without approval of the Dean.

    Prerequisites Required: Last term or permission of the Dean

    IT 402: IT CONSULTING SKILLS (6 Credits)

    This course will introduce students to the theory and practice of IT consulting. Students examine the processes and techniques associated with the consulting field. Business aptitude skills will be taught, including communication, presentation, and leadership skills. Additionally, project definition and analysis, project planning, gathering user and project requirements, executing projects, and time management will be examined. Through case studies, students prepare a project proposal for an organization.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    AB 113: ACCOUNTING FOR NONACCOUNTING MAJORS (5 Credits)

    This course emphasizes the use of accounting by managers in a business environment. Topics covered include accounting concepts, internal control, current assets, noncurrent assets, liabilities, and equity. The course is specifically designed for nonaccounting majors, and emphasis is placed on accounting areas affecting business owners and managers.

    AB 220: GLOBAL BUSINESS (5 Credits)

    This course gives students an overview of global business. Students receive an introduction to the terminology and the cultural, economic, strategic, market, and production differences encountered in the global business environment. This course serves as an introduction to the factors involved in making business decisions regarding globalization. Case studies and real-world scenarios will illustrate the reality of doing business on this broad scale.

    Prerequisites Required: AB 140 and AB 230

    AB 224: MICROECONOMICS (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to the principles of microeconomics, which introduces students to the study of the allocation of scarce resources by individual economic actors (consumers and firms) in a market economy. Students will examine the role of markets (supply and demand) in determining prices, consumer and household behavior, and the application of the cost function of a firm in different market structures to maximize profits. Particular attention will be given to integrating economic principles with the study of "real-world" problems.

    AB 209: SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (5 Credits)

    In this course, students will create a business plan applying the principles of small business organization and management. Students will enhance problem-solving skills and develop a foundational understanding of entrepreneurial principles.

    Prerequisites Required:

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 193: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING VISUAL BASIC (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the fundamentals of programming using Visual Basic. Basic concepts and syntax used to write programs, including variables, input, output, looping, and program flow, are introduced. Students will design and develop simple, graphical user interface-based applications using the Visual Studio development environment.

    IT 111: PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS FOR BEGINNERS (5 Credits)

    This course exposes students to the fundamentals of programming using a simplified programming language. Students practice modularization using a variety of methods. Students learn the value of creating reusable objects. Students also use the fundamental programming concepts of assignment, iteration, and decision making.

    Total Major Credits: 93
    Total Program Credits: 180

    Electives

    OPEN ELECTIVES (54 Credits)

    Total Electives Credits: 54
    Total Program Credits: 180

    Application Development Career Focus Area

    IT 258: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING JAVA (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to object-oriented programming in Java, where students learn analysis and design techniques of software engineering. Projects and assignments cover numerous aspects of program development. Students successfully completing the course will have the necessary background to analyze, design, and implement basic software solutions in Java.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 193 or IT 271

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 271: VISUAL BASIC FUNDAMENTALS (5 Credits)

    This is a fast-paced Visual Basic programming course for students enrolled in the advanced start version of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. Basic concepts and syntax used to write programs, including variables, input, output, looping, and program flow, are introduced. Students design and develop graphical user interface-based applications using the Visual Studio development environment. Topics include object-oriented programming, using external data for input/output, and software component development.

    Prerequisites Required: Enrollment in the advanced start Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 310: DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS (6 Credits)

    This course teaches students how to create data structures and algorithms using proper programming techniques. The course uses an object-oriented programming language to apply concepts such as linked lists, recursion, searching and sorting, binary search, trees, and graphs. The program design process and program implementation involving multiple modules, verification of program correctness, and abstract data types are also stressed.

    Prerequisites Required:

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 350: STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE (6 Credits)

    This course covers fundamental concepts of the SQL programming language. Students expand their SQL query writing skills through focused practice with an increasingly complex problem and solution set. Students will be exposed to working with multiple tables and aggregating data for reporting. In addition, students will see how to maintain data through the use of SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements. Students will be directed to investigate and practice the skills necessary to ensure quality results and performant queries. Microsoft SQL Server will be the programming environment used. 

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 163, IT 193, or IT  271

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 355: WEB PROGRAMMING DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    Students will learn how to create and maintain interactive and dynamic Web applications within a server-based scripting environment. Topics include Web applications, object-oriented programming, and Web databases.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 271 or IT 293

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 461: ADVANCED VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING (6 Credits)

    This course teaches students advanced Visual Basic programming techniques. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to write, debug, compile, and execute Visual Basic programs. During this course, students focus on building well-engineered and maintainable programs to meet business application and programming standards.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 271 or IT 293

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 180

    Database Management Career Focus Area

    IT 163: DATABASE CONCEPTS USING MICROSOFT ACCESS (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to relational database management systems. Students will use a relational database management system to create and maintain a database. Students will create filters, sorts, queries, forms, and reports. Emphasis will be placed on the skills needed to meet user requirements.

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 350: STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE (6 Credits)

    This course covers fundamental concepts of the SQL programming language. Students expand their SQL query writing skills through focused practice with an increasingly complex problem and solution set. Students will be exposed to working with multiple tables and aggregating data for reporting. In addition, students will see how to maintain data through the use of SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements. Students will be directed to investigate and practice the skills necessary to ensure quality results and performant queries. Microsoft SQL Server will be the programming environment used. 

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 163, IT 193, or IT  271

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 354: DATABASE DESIGN (6 Credits)

    This course covers the advanced concepts of database design and database modeling. Students expand their database design skills by looking at user requirements and, by following a specific methodology, end up with a logical model that is independent of any specific implementation. Emphasis is placed on developing the skills needed to create efficient database designs that will ensure data integrity, meet user expectations, and allow for performant applications.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 234

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 358: ORACLE QUERY DESIGN (6 Credits)

    This course covers intermediate to advanced concepts of database query design and reporting tools using Oracle. Students are taught additional database objects and additional methods for storing, retrieving, and manipulating data. Utilizing different front-end clients to access the SQL engine, students will learn how to create and manage different Oracle SQL functions and PL/SQL programming.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 238 or IT 350

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 452: INTERMEDIATE QUERY DESIGN AND REPORTING (6 Credits)

    This course covers the advanced concepts of database query design and the use of reporting tools. Students will expand their database skills by designing and creating queries using SQL. Emphasis will be placed on the skills needed to develop reports and queries to meet business needs.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  350

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 458: ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATION (6 Credits)

    This course covers database administration using Oracle tools. Students will focus on the following: installation of database management software and utilities; control of access to data and resources; troubleshoot an Oracle database; backup and recovery of Oracle databases; and resolving common performance problems using Oracle.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  358

    IT 456: SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATION (6 Credits)

    This course covers the database administration role for relational databases, focusing specifically on the following: hardware capacity planning, installation of database management software and utilities, control of access to data and resources, automation of administrative tasks, optimizing database performance, and procedures for disaster recovery operations.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  350

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 180

    Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area

    IT 273: NETWORKING CONCEPTS (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the concepts behind today's networks. It outlines current network design, explaining the OSI Model and the methods of carrying data over wired and wireless media. Other topics include fundamental network design components such as topologies and access methods, basic administration of network operating systems, and troubleshooting methods for data transmission and recovery.

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 278: NETWORK ADMINISTRATION (5 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the features and functions of common network operating systems and shared data management concepts. Students examine and compare both local and network operating system features, and practice basic installation and administration of network operating systems including administrator tasks, server organization, user management and permissions, security features, and shared printing.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 273

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 286: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORK SECURITY (5 Credits)

    This course covers current topics in network security, such as threat detection and response methods. Introductory topics, such as proxy servers, firewalls, and other threat detection and protection methods, will be discussed. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  273

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    CJ 317: COMPUTER FORENSICS (6 Credits)

    This course provides an overview of computer forensic investigation principles, computer forensic software, and techniques for capturing and analyzing data from various digital storage media such as Apple iPads, GPS (Global Positioning System) devices, and portable USB devices. Students will understand the scientific principles behind forensic science and learn to apply those principles to the examination of digital evidence. 

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 390: INTRUSION DETECTION AND INCIDENCE RESPONSE (6 Credits)

    This course provides an introduction to the intrusion detection systems available to protect networks from cybercriminals. Students explore various security concepts and the basics of security attacks. Students install and configure various intrusion detection system tools. Topics include principles and classifications of intrusion detection systems, the incident response process, and response types. Additionally, the course presents insight into intrusion detection and forensics and incident response strategies required to protect critical assets.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 286

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 411: DIGITAL FORENSICS (6 Credits)

    In this course, students learn about computer forensics and techniques used to perform computer forensics examinations. Students learn how to gather and protect evidence used in prosecuting computer crimes. Topics in this course include acquiring digital evidence, bookmarking data, file signature analysis, hash analysis, and other forensic techniques. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE) exam. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student’s eligibility either to take this exam or become certified. 

    Prerequisites Required: IT 286

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 412: INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY (6 Credits)

    Businesses must be able to protect their networks and infrastructures from security attacks. In this course, students learn to investigate system vulnerabilities and implement security solutions. Topics in this course include: access control, application security, business continuity and disaster recovery planning, cryptography, information security and risk management, compliance and investigations, operations security, physical security, security architecture and design, telecommunications, and network security. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  286

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    Mobile Computing Career Focus Area

    IT 258: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING JAVA (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to object-oriented programming in Java, where students learn analysis and design techniques of software engineering. Projects and assignments cover numerous aspects of program development. Students successfully completing the course will have the necessary background to analyze, design, and implement basic software solutions in Java.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 193 or IT 271

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 259: INTERMEDIATE JAVA PROGRAMMING (5 Credits)

    This course focuses on advanced programming concepts and techniques in Java. Students will expand upon their basic Java skills to develop more advanced software applications. Topics include GUI concepts, event-driven programming, serialization, multithreading, Java beans, network programming, J2EE, XML, security, and Web applications. Students learn how to create interactive applications in Java that employ across multiple platforms.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  258

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 284: INTRODUCTION TO MOBILE SYSTEMS (5 Credits)

    This is an introductory course in mobile computing. Communication standards for handheld devices will be discussed. Students examine and compare wireless technologies, such as GSM, Bluetooth, WLAN, and WiMAX, and their applications.

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 305: INTRODUCTION TO WIRELESS APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    This is an introductory course in designing mobile applications for handheld devices. Students are exposed to the Android development environment including Eclipse and ADT. Students learn the application design essentials for developing mobile applications. Topics include: mobile operating system theory, designing user interfaces with layouts, drawing and working with animations, and using common Android APIs.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 259

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 405: ADVANCED WIRELESS APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    This is the second course in designing mobile applications for handheld devices. Students continue to work with the Android development environment. Students explore the Android application design principles. Students apply common Android APIs for networking, location-based services, multimedia, telephony, and 3D graphics with OpenGL ES in the applications. Advanced mobile operating system theory, working with notifications and services, and deploying mobile applications will also be discussed.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  305

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 406: MOBILE DATABASE SYSTEMS (6 Credits)

    This course covers smartphone application development using mobile databases. Students will create mobile applications on modern smartphone platforms. Topics include: user interface design, customizing components, dynamic data access and storage, and enhancing data and communication security.

    Prerequisites Required:

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    IT 409: MICROSOFT WINDOWS PHONE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to mobile application development for the Microsoft Windows Phone platform. Students learn how to develop mobile applications using the C# programming language. Many topics will be covered including platform architecture, application programming interfaces (APIs), user interface (touch) concepts, accelerometer, multimedia, location, security, and deploying apps to the Microsoft app store.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  274 and IT 406

    IT 407: MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT FOR APPLE HANDHELD DEVICES (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to mobile application development for Apple handheld devices. Students learn how to develop mobile applications using Objective C. Students learn how to design mobile user interfaces. Students create applications using classes, arrays, views, and controls. Students also develop simple database applications.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  406

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 180

    Prior Degree

    Total Prior Degree Credits (90 Credits)

    Total Prior Degree Credits: 90
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Comparability is determined by a course-by-course examination of the prior associate's or bachelor's degree against the core requirements of a Kaplan University associate’s degree.

    Prerequisites

    MM 150: SURVEY OF MATHEMATICS (5 Credits)

    Students will improve their background in mathematical concepts and skills utilizing real-world scenarios to solve math problems. Students will also enhance their own knowledge by demonstrating the ability to explain and interpret concepts, which is a valued skill in many fields. The topics may include sets, variables, measurement, and statistics.

    Total Prerequisites Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Students enrolled in the advanced start degree option must complete the prerequisite 100/200-level career focus area courses.

    MM 207: STATISTICS (5 Credits)

    This course serves as an introduction to collecting, organizing and summarizing, and analyzing data using statistical software. Topics include basic terminology, measurement, sampling procedures, graphical and numerical descriptions of data, basic probability, and making inferences from a sample to the population. Statistical software is provided in the course and extensive use of that software is required. The course focuses on “thinking with” statistics rather than “computing” statistics.

    Total Prerequisites Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Students enrolled in the advanced start degree option must complete the prerequisite 100/200-level career focus area courses.

    MM 250: INTRODUCTORY DISCRETE MATHEMATICS (5 Credits)

    This course is designed to provide information technology and computer science students with an overview and appreciation of mathematical concepts, highlighting applications of mathematics to information technology and computer science. Topics include set theory, logic, matrices, sequences and series, graph theory, and algorithm analysis. The student will complete assignments in each of these areas and be able to identify and apply the core concepts in each of these areas to related problems.

    Prerequisites Required:

    MM  212

    Total Prerequisites Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Students enrolled in the advanced start degree option must complete the prerequisite 100/200-level career focus area courses.

    MM 260: LINEAR ALGEBRA (5 Credits)

    This course is designed to provide students with an overview and appreciation of linear algebra concepts, highlighting applications of linear algebra to real-world situations. Topics include vector operations, matrices, spaces and subspaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and real-world applications of linear algebra. The student will complete assignments in each of these areas and be able to identify and apply the core concepts in each of these areas to related problems.

    Prerequisites Required:

    MM  212

    Total Prerequisites Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Students enrolled in the advanced start degree option must complete the prerequisite 100/200-level career focus area courses.

    100/200 LEVEL: IT COURSE (5 Credits)

    Total Prerequisites Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Students enrolled in the advanced start degree option must complete the prerequisite 100/200-level career focus area courses.

    100/200 LEVEL: IT COURSE (5 Credits)

    Total Prerequisites Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Students enrolled in the advanced start degree option must complete the prerequisite 100/200-level career focus area courses.

    100/200 LEVEL: IT COURSE (5 Credits)

    Total Prerequisites Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    *Students enrolled in the advanced start degree option must complete the prerequisite 100/200-level career focus area courses.

    Core

    300/400 LEVEL: ARTS AND HUMANITIES COURSE (6 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 18
    Total Program Credits: 90

    300/400 LEVEL: PHYSICAL SCIENCE COURSE (6 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 18
    Total Program Credits: 90

    300/400 LEVEL: SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSE (6 Credits)

    Total Core Credits: 18
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Major

    IT 301: PROJECT MANAGEMENT I (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the principles of project management. Students will gain knowledge of the project management skills and processes needed to select, initiate, and plan a project. Students will explore the project management knowledge areas. Topics include creating the project charter, developing project scope statements, creating the project schedule and budget, and risk planning.

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 302: HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the field of human computer interaction (HCI). Students examine the theory, principles, and guidelines for developing effective interface designs. Students learn how to design, implement, and maintain the user interface of interactive systems. Students learn about development methodologies, evaluation techniques, user interface building tools, task analysis, and prototyping.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 331: TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE (6 Credits)

    This course explores the concepts and purpose of information technology infrastructure. Emphasis is placed on expanding the student's knowledge of computer networks and data transmissions and applying those concepts to an organization's technology requirements.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 332: PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the background of information systems architecture. Students will learn a holistic approach to both hardware and software architecture design from a broad systems perspective. Both a business and technical focus will be covered with concrete examples of current technologies and related managerial issues. 

    Prerequisites Required: IT 331

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 350: STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE (6 Credits)

    This course covers fundamental concepts of the SQL programming language. Students expand their SQL query writing skills through focused practice with an increasingly complex problem and solution set. Students will be exposed to working with multiple tables and aggregating data for reporting. In addition, students will see how to maintain data through the use of SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements. Students will be directed to investigate and practice the skills necessary to ensure quality results and performant queries. Microsoft SQL Server will be the programming environment used. 

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 163, IT 193, or IT  271

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 460: SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN (6 Credits)

    This course provides an overview of the system development and modification process. Students learn to evaluate and choose a system development methodology. It emphasizes the factors for effective communication with users and team members and all those associated with development and maintenance of the system.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 499: BACHELOR'S CAPSTONE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (6 Credits)

    The Bachelor's Capstone in Information Technology is designed to build on the concepts of all information technology courses students have taken as a part of their degree plans. The capstone project integrates problem-solving techniques and the development and implementation of viable, student-developed solutions to meet an identified technology or design need in a business or institutional environment.

    Prerequisites Required: Last quarter or permission of the Program Chair

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 489: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXTERNSHIP (6 Credits)

    This course gives students practical job experience in the information technology field. Students will arrange an externship working in an IT position with a cooperating employer. The externship provides students an opportunity to learn about the IT career field through practical, real-world experiences and mentoring from an IT professional. This experience will enrich their technology skills and provide a better understanding of the level of expertise needed to be successful in their career. Externships must be preapproved by the Dean prior to the start of the term. Students who fail this course on the first attempt may not reenroll in this course without approval of the Dean.

    Prerequisites Required: Last term or permission of the Dean

    IT 402: IT CONSULTING SKILLS (6 Credits)

    This course will introduce students to the theory and practice of IT consulting. Students examine the processes and techniques associated with the consulting field. Business aptitude skills will be taught, including communication, presentation, and leadership skills. Additionally, project definition and analysis, project planning, gathering user and project requirements, executing projects, and time management will be examined. Through case studies, students prepare a project proposal for an organization.

    Prerequisites Required: 200-level or above IT course; upper-level students only

    Total Major Credits: 48
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Open Electives

    OPEN ELECTIVES (24 Credits)

    Total Open Electives Credits: 24
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Students who do not possess prior learning credit comparable to IT 133: Software Applications must either take the course as an elective or pass the IST assessment before their first term or upon completion of foundational coursework.

    Application Development Career Focus Area

    IT 258: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING JAVA (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to object-oriented programming in Java, where students learn analysis and design techniques of software engineering. Projects and assignments cover numerous aspects of program development. Students successfully completing the course will have the necessary background to analyze, design, and implement basic software solutions in Java.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 193 or IT 271

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 271: VISUAL BASIC FUNDAMENTALS (5 Credits)

    This is a fast-paced Visual Basic programming course for students enrolled in the advanced start version of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. Basic concepts and syntax used to write programs, including variables, input, output, looping, and program flow, are introduced. Students design and develop graphical user interface-based applications using the Visual Studio development environment. Topics include object-oriented programming, using external data for input/output, and software component development.

    Prerequisites Required: Enrollment in the advanced start Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 310: DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS (6 Credits)

    This course teaches students how to create data structures and algorithms using proper programming techniques. The course uses an object-oriented programming language to apply concepts such as linked lists, recursion, searching and sorting, binary search, trees, and graphs. The program design process and program implementation involving multiple modules, verification of program correctness, and abstract data types are also stressed.

    Prerequisites Required:

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 350: STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE (6 Credits)

    This course covers fundamental concepts of the SQL programming language. Students expand their SQL query writing skills through focused practice with an increasingly complex problem and solution set. Students will be exposed to working with multiple tables and aggregating data for reporting. In addition, students will see how to maintain data through the use of SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements. Students will be directed to investigate and practice the skills necessary to ensure quality results and performant queries. Microsoft SQL Server will be the programming environment used. 

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 163, IT 193, or IT  271

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 355: WEB PROGRAMMING DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    Students will learn how to create and maintain interactive and dynamic Web applications within a server-based scripting environment. Topics include Web applications, object-oriented programming, and Web databases.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 271 or IT 293

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 461: ADVANCED VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING (6 Credits)

    This course teaches students advanced Visual Basic programming techniques. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to write, debug, compile, and execute Visual Basic programs. During this course, students focus on building well-engineered and maintainable programs to meet business application and programming standards.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 271 or IT 293

    Total Application Development Career Focus Area Credits: 34
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Database Management Career Focus Area

    IT 163: DATABASE CONCEPTS USING MICROSOFT ACCESS (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to relational database management systems. Students will use a relational database management system to create and maintain a database. Students will create filters, sorts, queries, forms, and reports. Emphasis will be placed on the skills needed to meet user requirements.

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 350: STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE (6 Credits)

    This course covers fundamental concepts of the SQL programming language. Students expand their SQL query writing skills through focused practice with an increasingly complex problem and solution set. Students will be exposed to working with multiple tables and aggregating data for reporting. In addition, students will see how to maintain data through the use of SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements. Students will be directed to investigate and practice the skills necessary to ensure quality results and performant queries. Microsoft SQL Server will be the programming environment used. 

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 163, IT 193, or IT  271

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 354: DATABASE DESIGN (6 Credits)

    This course covers the advanced concepts of database design and database modeling. Students expand their database design skills by looking at user requirements and, by following a specific methodology, end up with a logical model that is independent of any specific implementation. Emphasis is placed on developing the skills needed to create efficient database designs that will ensure data integrity, meet user expectations, and allow for performant applications.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 234

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 358: ORACLE QUERY DESIGN (6 Credits)

    This course covers intermediate to advanced concepts of database query design and reporting tools using Oracle. Students are taught additional database objects and additional methods for storing, retrieving, and manipulating data. Utilizing different front-end clients to access the SQL engine, students will learn how to create and manage different Oracle SQL functions and PL/SQL programming.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT 238 or IT 350

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 452: INTERMEDIATE QUERY DESIGN AND REPORTING (6 Credits)

    This course covers the advanced concepts of database query design and the use of reporting tools. Students will expand their database skills by designing and creating queries using SQL. Emphasis will be placed on the skills needed to develop reports and queries to meet business needs.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  350

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 458: ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATION (6 Credits)

    This course covers database administration using Oracle tools. Students will focus on the following: installation of database management software and utilities; control of access to data and resources; troubleshoot an Oracle database; backup and recovery of Oracle databases; and resolving common performance problems using Oracle.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  358

    IT 456: SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATION (6 Credits)

    This course covers the database administration role for relational databases, focusing specifically on the following: hardware capacity planning, installation of database management software and utilities, control of access to data and resources, automation of administrative tasks, optimizing database performance, and procedures for disaster recovery operations.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  350

    Total Database Management Career Focus Area Credits: 35
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area

    IT 273: NETWORKING CONCEPTS (5 Credits)

    This course introduces the concepts behind today's networks. It outlines current network design, explaining the OSI Model and the methods of carrying data over wired and wireless media. Other topics include fundamental network design components such as topologies and access methods, basic administration of network operating systems, and troubleshooting methods for data transmission and recovery.

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 278: NETWORK ADMINISTRATION (5 Credits)

    This course introduces students to the features and functions of common network operating systems and shared data management concepts. Students examine and compare both local and network operating system features, and practice basic installation and administration of network operating systems including administrator tasks, server organization, user management and permissions, security features, and shared printing.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 273

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 286: INTRODUCTION TO NETWORK SECURITY (5 Credits)

    This course covers current topics in network security, such as threat detection and response methods. Introductory topics, such as proxy servers, firewalls, and other threat detection and protection methods, will be discussed. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  273

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    CJ 317: COMPUTER FORENSICS (6 Credits)

    This course provides an overview of computer forensic investigation principles, computer forensic software, and techniques for capturing and analyzing data from various digital storage media such as Apple iPads, GPS (Global Positioning System) devices, and portable USB devices. Students will understand the scientific principles behind forensic science and learn to apply those principles to the examination of digital evidence. 

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 390: INTRUSION DETECTION AND INCIDENCE RESPONSE (6 Credits)

    This course provides an introduction to the intrusion detection systems available to protect networks from cybercriminals. Students explore various security concepts and the basics of security attacks. Students install and configure various intrusion detection system tools. Topics include principles and classifications of intrusion detection systems, the incident response process, and response types. Additionally, the course presents insight into intrusion detection and forensics and incident response strategies required to protect critical assets.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 286

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 411: DIGITAL FORENSICS (6 Credits)

    In this course, students learn about computer forensics and techniques used to perform computer forensics examinations. Students learn how to gather and protect evidence used in prosecuting computer crimes. Topics in this course include acquiring digital evidence, bookmarking data, file signature analysis, hash analysis, and other forensic techniques. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE) exam. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student’s eligibility either to take this exam or become certified. 

    Prerequisites Required: IT 286

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 412: INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY (6 Credits)

    Businesses must be able to protect their networks and infrastructures from security attacks. In this course, students learn to investigate system vulnerabilities and implement security solutions. Topics in this course include: access control, application security, business continuity and disaster recovery planning, cryptography, information security and risk management, compliance and investigations, operations security, physical security, security architecture and design, telecommunications, and network security. This course is designed, among other things, to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to sit for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam. While the course may provide the student with the knowledge necessary to sit for the examination, Kaplan University cannot guarantee the student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  286

    Total Information Security and Forensics Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    Mobile Computing Career Focus Area

    IT 258: FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING USING JAVA (5 Credits)

    This course is an introduction to object-oriented programming in Java, where students learn analysis and design techniques of software engineering. Projects and assignments cover numerous aspects of program development. Students successfully completing the course will have the necessary background to analyze, design, and implement basic software solutions in Java.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 193 or IT 271

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 259: INTERMEDIATE JAVA PROGRAMMING (5 Credits)

    This course focuses on advanced programming concepts and techniques in Java. Students will expand upon their basic Java skills to develop more advanced software applications. Topics include GUI concepts, event-driven programming, serialization, multithreading, Java beans, network programming, J2EE, XML, security, and Web applications. Students learn how to create interactive applications in Java that employ across multiple platforms.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  258

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 284: INTRODUCTION TO MOBILE SYSTEMS (5 Credits)

    This is an introductory course in mobile computing. Communication standards for handheld devices will be discussed. Students examine and compare wireless technologies, such as GSM, Bluetooth, WLAN, and WiMAX, and their applications.

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 305: INTRODUCTION TO WIRELESS APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    This is an introductory course in designing mobile applications for handheld devices. Students are exposed to the Android development environment including Eclipse and ADT. Students learn the application design essentials for developing mobile applications. Topics include: mobile operating system theory, designing user interfaces with layouts, drawing and working with animations, and using common Android APIs.

    Prerequisites Required: IT 259

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 405: ADVANCED WIRELESS APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    This is the second course in designing mobile applications for handheld devices. Students continue to work with the Android development environment. Students explore the Android application design principles. Students apply common Android APIs for networking, location-based services, multimedia, telephony, and 3D graphics with OpenGL ES in the applications. Advanced mobile operating system theory, working with notifications and services, and deploying mobile applications will also be discussed.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  305

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 406: MOBILE DATABASE SYSTEMS (6 Credits)

    This course covers smartphone application development using mobile databases. Students will create mobile applications on modern smartphone platforms. Topics include: user interface design, customizing components, dynamic data access and storage, and enhancing data and communication security.

    Prerequisites Required:

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

    IT 409: MICROSOFT WINDOWS PHONE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to mobile application development for the Microsoft Windows Phone platform. Students learn how to develop mobile applications using the C# programming language. Many topics will be covered including platform architecture, application programming interfaces (APIs), user interface (touch) concepts, accelerometer, multimedia, location, security, and deploying apps to the Microsoft app store.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  274 and IT 406

    IT 407: MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT FOR APPLE HANDHELD DEVICES (6 Credits)

    This course introduces students to mobile application development for Apple handheld devices. Students learn how to develop mobile applications using Objective C. Students learn how to design mobile user interfaces. Students create applications using classes, arrays, views, and controls. Students also develop simple database applications.

    Prerequisites Required:

    IT  406

    Total Mobile Computing Career Focus Area Credits: 39
    Total Program Credits: 90

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