B.S. Management of Information Technology

Program Goals

Management of Information Technology is a field requiring understanding of business priciples and management methodologies and of computing technology. Computer Science typically deals with developing complex systems with an understanding of low-level architectures and intricate alogrithms, while MOIT deals more with applying solutions to specific business problems. In computer science, the technology is the primary focus. In MOIT, the business using and managing the technology is the primary focus. Both approaches are important, so both majors can be beneficial.

MOIT is less technical than pure computer science so it appeals to individuals with fewer technical leanings. MOIT jobs will often involve direct oversight of infrastructure and systems critical to business functions.

Graduation Requirements for the Degree

College of Arts and Sciences

The following courses required:

Use of the accounting process for decision-making through identifying, measuring and communicating information. Basic concepts and principles for proprietorships, partnerships and corporations along with systems for service, merchandising and manufacturing enterprises.

An extension of the study of accounting principles. Focus is placed on management use of accounting information in decision-making. Prerequisite: ACCT 2003.

Introduction to the history, vocabulary, and use of computer information systems. Includes word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications using the integrated package Microsoft Office. Lab fee required.

Topics include the history, evolution, structure and management of the Internet; the influence of the Internet on society; locating and synthesizing information online; Hypertext Markup Language; and building web pages. Lab fee required.

Introduction to programming and basic computer science principles and algorithms. Topics include fundamental computer science theory, number systems, thinking strategies, Tanenbaum’s virtual machine, recursion, data structures and addressing. Prerequisite: Satisfactory performance on computer science placement test or CPSC 1003. Lab fee required.

Concepts of PC hardware and software configuration and help desk technical support in a business environment. Troubleshooting and hardware peripheral maintenance and repair, basic application installations, printer maintenance and end-user public relations. Prerequisite: CPSC 1903 or permission of instructor. Includes lab. Lab tools required. Lab fee required.

A study of the protocols employed to implement business and organizational solutions on an intranet or the Internet. Analysis of available hardware and software used in the design of networks and the respective cost/benefit tradeoffs. Prerequisite: CPSC 2303 or permission of instructor.

Methods of database planning, design, and development. Management topics include data integrity, privacy, and security. File systems, hierarchical and networked databases, and relational online databases. Prerequisite: CPSC 2253 and CPSC 2293. Lab fee required.

Advanced database design, creation, maintenance and security using the SQL or SQL type language. The online databases will be implemented using current database engines and interfaces. Prerequisite: CPSC 2503 and CPSC 3003. Lab fee required.

Design concepts of advanced PC operating systems. Focus on modern operating systems and server theory, as well as hands-on lab projects. Prerequisite: CPSC 2303 and CPSC 2503 or permission of instructor. Lab fee required.

The techniques employed to implement business/organizational networking solutions. Includes transmission media, client-server strategies, throughput and response time, systems architecture and cost/benefit tradeoffs. Prerequisite: CPSC 2503. Lab fee required.

Ethical and professional issues relating to the use of computer software, hardware and information systems. Prerequisite: Senior standing and permission of instructor.

An advanced study of network applications and protocols to implement networking solutions. Analysis of available hardware and software used in the design of network support. Prerequisite: CPSC 3633. Lab fee required.

A broad coverage of criminalistics, including such topics as processing of physical and chemical evidence, identifying blood and other body fluids and recognizing stain patterns, identifying skeletal and ordontological remains and examining firearms, gun powder residues and tool marks. Prerequisites: three credits of biology, chemistry, or psychology, or permission of the instructor or division chair.

This seminar provides more in-depth information on topics discussed in FRSC 2103, or covers topics not discussed in FRSC 2103. For graduation, a forensic science major must take three of these one credit seminars that discuss different topics. Prerequisites: FRSC 2103 or permission of the instructor or division chair. (If a student wants to take more than three of these seminars toward graduation, approval by the division chair must be obtained.).

Forensic computing is a study and practice of techniques for finding data that has been hidden from law enforcement, believed to be deleted from a computer system, or left behind as a result of not knowing how a computer processes information and instructions. Prerequisites: CPSC 3003, CPSC 3354, CPSC 3633 or permission of the instructor.

An internship off-campus, to provide professional development for senior level students. Prerequisites: FRSC 2103, FRSC 3101, and FRSC 4103 (if applicable).

A survey of the basic concepts of business and commerce within the U.S. economic framework. Introduces economic systems, essential elements of business organization, production, human resource management, marketing, finance and risk management. Develops business vocabulary. Explores the concepts of vocation and the Christian response to work.

Emphasis upon the legal environment of business. Includes an overview of the court system, criminal law, governmental agencies and regulations, torts and contracts.

The impact that alternate decisions have on the price of a firm's common stock. The financial environment, working capital, financial statements, capital budgeting, financial planning, long-term financing and international financial management. Prerequisites: ACCT 2003, 2013.

The history and philosophy of crime and criminal justice, including Christian perspectives, the agencies and processes that comprise the criminal justice system, and the relationship between the U.S. constitution and the criminal justice system.

Introduces students to techniques of crime-scene analysis and subsequent investigation.

Provides an overview of the key theories driving research on human behavior, including biological, psychological and sociological approaches. Prerequisite: An introductory course in social science.

The fundamental concepts necessary for understanding the principles of organizing and analyzing data. Includes computerized analysis of data, using selected packaged computer programs for data analysis. Prerequisites: Computer competency (CPSC 1103) and math competency. Computer lab included. Lab fee required.

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