how communication technology structures
perceptions and interactions through web
pages, digital stories and multimedia texts.
IT600
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY 3 sem. hrs.
This course examines the use of information
technology in organizations. Computer sys-
tems are covered as are communications tech-
nologies and networks. The effect of technolo-
gy on information flow in organizations is
examined and legal questions regarding the
use of information technology are discussed.
Basic tools such as word processors, spread-
sheet software, and presentation graphics
packages are taught.
IT610
NETWORK TECHNOLOGY
3 sem. hrs.
This course examines the access to and use of
networks. Network design, implementation,
and administration are covered. It explains
available communication technologies and
computer networks and applications such as
those on the Internet, videoconferencing, col-
laborative computing, and the virtual office.
Prerequisite: IT600.
IT620
DATABASE MANAGEMENT
SYSTEMS
3 sem. hrs.
This course examines databases ranging in
size from those suitable for personal comput-
ers through large databases provided by large
organizations and online information services.
Topics include database applications, file man-
agement, data modeling, database design and
implementation, database management sys-
tems, and data mining. Prerequisite: IT600.
IT630
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
3 sem. hrs.
This course surveys the types of projects
found in organizations and examines current
project management software. Various models
of project management, from design through
implementation, are studied. The role of infor-
mation, including information management
systems, in projects and organizational deci-
sion making is presented. Prerequisite: IT600.
IT650
INFORMATION SYSTEM
ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
3 sem. hrs.
This course examines techniques for develop-
ing modern business information systems. Stu-
dents will have the opportunity to develop
skills necessary to design, present, implement,
manage and maintain information systems.
The role of the systems analyst is explored
through projects and case studies. Enrollment
is this course is restricted to students in the
Master of Science in Information Technology
program. Prerequisites: IT620, IT630,
BUAD640, BUAD645.
IT660
WEB SYSTEMS AND
INTERFACE DESIGN
3 sem. hrs.
This course explores web concepts and imple-
mentation issues. Topics include markup lan-
guages, script customization, web interface
design principles, security issues, and infor-
mation retrieval techniques. Each student
designs and creates web-based projects.
Enrollment is this course is restricted to stu-
dents in the Master of Science in Information
Technology program. Prerequisite: IT600.
IT665
INTERNET TECHNOLOGY
3 sem. hrs.
This course examines the technical character-
istics and logical structure of networks. Focus
will be on Internet technology, applications
and governance. Network management func-
tions such as inventory, financial, fault and
performance management are explored.
Enrollment is this course is restricted to stu-
dents in the Master of Science in Information
Technology program. Prerequisites: IT610,
BUAD640, BUAD645.
IT670
ELECTRONIC SECURITY
3 sem. hrs.
This course examines security in information
technology, including the need for security,
risk analysis, security solutions and security
management. Encryption methods are
explored. Both software and network security
are discussed. Case studies are used as practi-
cal applications of security topics. Enrollment
is this course is restricted to students in the
Master of Science in Information Technology
program. Prerequisites: IT610, BUAD640,
BUAD645.
IT790
INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-9 sem. hrs.
This experience is designed to meet the needs
of students who wish to prepare individual
studies or projects in the field of information
technology under the direction of the faculty
of the Department of Mathematics and Com-
puter Science or the Department of Business
Administration and Economics. It is the stu-
dent's responsibility to complete the required
forms and to submit them for approval. Enroll-
ment is this course is restricted to students in
the Master of Science in Information Technol-
ogy program.
IT795
SEMINAR IN
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY 3 sem. hrs.
This course integrates information technology
topics through their application to real world
environments. Students select, research, pres-
ent and discuss topics of timely importance in
information technology. Current enterprise
resource planning software may be used to
explore the integrated enterprise model.
Enrollment is this course is restricted to stu-
dents in the Master of Science in Information
Technology program. Prerequisite: 30 credit
hours of IT and BUAD courses.
IT799
THESIS
3-9 sem. hrs.
This course gives Master of Science in Infor-
mation Technology degree candidates the
opportunity to apply information technology
principles to a chosen research topic in
advanced information technology under the
supervision of a research advisor. Enrollment
is this course is restricted to students in the
Master of Science in Information Technology
program. Prerequisite: 30 credit hours of IT
and BUAD courses.
INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNOLOGY
SPECIALIST
CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM
The Instructional Technology Specialist certi-
fication program emphasizes both the scholar-
ly understanding of research and theory as
well as the practical application of instruction-
al technology and its integration in the school
system. The graduate certification program
provides students with a wide range of emerg-
ing technologies while still ensuring the basic
competencies required of all practitioners.
Curriculum
ELED726
Instructional Design (online) (3)
or
SEDU731
A Technological Approach to
the Selection, Utilization,
Evaluation, and Production of
Instructional Media
ELED626
Technology Integration in the
Classroom (Replaces EE526
Microcomputers in Education I)
(3)
SEDU670
Applications of Multimedia in
Education (3)
ELED627
Technology Implementation and
Assessment (replaces EE527
Educational Technology Clinic I)
(3)
SEDU680
Telecommunications in
Education (replaces EDUC580
Telecommunications) (3)
ELED728
Instructional Technology
Project Management for
Educators (3)
ELED729
Instructional Technology
Practicum (6)
Information Technology Specialist Certification Program/69