Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Web Development Specialization
Successful organizations use technology to find solutions to all kinds of business challenges. Individuals who understand how to use technology to contribute to productivity and the bottom line are in top demand.
BSIT program competencies:
- Differentiate and evaluate computer operating system, networking and network management, computer system security and IT compliance and governance requirements and best practices.
- Apply database concepts and capabilities through the creation, organization and maintenance of modern database systems.
- Design, create, evaluate, and evolve enterprise architectures.
- Solve complex problems through the ability to program in at least one high level programming language.
- Implement the goals, processes and techniques of software engineering through the development of a software application or using other software application supported by a project plan.
- Integrate applications, technology and devices to support Web development and augment solutions through the evaluation of emerging media and emerging technology.
- Apply project management concepts such as risk management, planning, scheduling, team building, leadership, project control, quality assurance, scope management, and change control.
Degree Requirements
Courses - General Education
Courses - Core
| CS126 | Unix Fundamentals | 4 |
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| CS251 | Fundamentals of Database Systems | 4 |
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| CS250 | Fundamentals of Database Systems | 4 |
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| CS362 | Structured Query Language for Data Management | 4 |
| CSS150 | Introduction to Computer Security | 4 |
| EM200 | Introduction to Website Development | 4 |
| IT106 | Introduction to Programming Logic | 4 |
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| IT140 | Introduction to Operating Systems and Client/Server Environments | 4 |
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| IT Elective | |
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| IT190 | Introduction to IT | 4 |
| IT204 | Fundamentals of Networking | 4 |
| IT254 | Spreadsheet Applications | 4 |
| IT401 | Information Technology Architectures | 4 |
| IT425 | Systems Analysis, Design and Integration | 4 |
| MPM210 | Introduction to Project Management | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 54 |
Courses: Specialization
| CS347 | Web User Interface Design | 4 |
| DMD225 | Computer Illustration I | 4 |
| DMD242 | Digital Imaging | 4 |
| DMD480 | Senior Design Project | 4 |
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| EBUS308 | Introduction to e-Business | 4 |
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| IT Elective | |
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| EM209 | Digital Media and Intellectual Property | 4 |
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| IT Elective 3 (4) | |
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| EM218 | Web Development II | 4 |
| EM228 | Scripting for the Web | 4 |
| EM270 | Emerging Media and Technology | 4 |
| EM325 | Multi-Media Development for the Web | 4 |
| EM326 | Multi-Media Development for the Web II | 4 |
| EM328 | Server-Side Scripting for the Web | 4 |
| EM420 | Web-Based Database Applications | 4 |
| EM425 | Mobile Web Design | 4 |
| IT175 | Introduction to Cloud Computing | 4 |
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| IT470 | Advanced Web Technologies | 4 |
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| IT Elective 2 (4) | |
| Total Credit Hours: | 64 |
Students choosing a Project Management focus will take the courses listed below in the Project Management track in place of DMD225, DMD242, DMD480, EBUS308, EM209, EM326, IT470:
| MPM332 | Organizational Leadership | 4 |
| MPM344 | Project Risk Management | 4 |
| MPM346 | Contracts and Procurement | 4 |
| MPM357 | Project Performance and Quality Assurance | 4 |
| MPM434 | Project Scheduling and Cost | 6 |
| MPM468 | HR Project Management | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 184
Locations
- Colorado Springs
- Aurora (Denver Area)
- Virtual Campus