Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Data Management Specialization
Effective November 13, 2016, this program is no longer available for future enrollments at the Colorado Springs or Aurora Campuses.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree program provides instruction in computer system architecture, networking, database and security, as well as broad technical subjects such as programming, network management, system administration, cloud computing, IT system development, project management and ethics. This program has a General Track and six specializations: Data Management, Network Management, Security, Software Application Programming, Software System Engineering, and Web Development.
The BSIT program is designed to provide students with a strong technical background as well as analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills that enable them to contribute as professionals to a variety of technical roles, which can include planning, designing, developing, integrating, configuring, administrating, and supporting various types of enterprise information systems, ranging from email and any type of data servers, to cloud computing based mission critical business specific IT applications and services, within the various fields of information technology and the high-tech industry.
Program Learning Outcomes:
General:
• Analyze a complex computing problem, and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the IT discipline.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences the technical information that is consistent with the intended audience and purpose.
• Make informed judgments and include unique perspectives of others in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Function effectively on teams and employ self- and peer-advocacy to address bias in interactions, establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risk, and produce deliverables.
• Identify and analyze user needs and consider them during the selection, integration, and administration of computer-based systems.
Specialization Learning Outcomes:
Data Management:
• Apply data analysis, management and quality assurance techniques that can lead to effective business intelligence, decision making, and visualization across multiple business operating units.
Degree Requirements
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 - General Education
Courses: Specialization
ACCT370 | Accounting Information Systems | 4 |
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| IT Elective (4) | 4 |
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BADM150 | Contemporary Business Trends | 4 |
IT265 | Data Structures for Problem Solving | 4 |
CS352 | Advanced Database Systems | 4 |
CS455 | Software Requirements Engineering | 4 |
CSS335 | Data Security, Quality, and Integrity | 4 |
DMKT305 | Internet Data Analysis for Business | 4 |
IT424 | Systems Acquisition and Sourcing | 4 |
IT476 | Quantitative Data Analysis | 4 |
MGMT345 | Operations Management | 4 |
MKTG330 | Marketing Research | 4 |
IT415 | Business Intelligence | 4 |
IT416 | Business Knowledge Systems | 4 |
IT417 | Data Extraction, Transformation, and Loading | 4 |
IT418 | Decision Support Systems and Data Warehousing | 4 |
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MPM357 | Project Performance and Quality Assurance | 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: BADM150, CS455, IT424, IT476, MGMT345, MKTG330
MPM332 | Organizational Leadership | 4 |
MPM344 | Project Risk Management | 4 |
MPM346 | Contracts and Procurement | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: 184