Information Technology
2nd
Bachelor Degree
Course
Descriptions
For a complete
listing of all undergraduate courses at Thomas College see our
Course Catalog.
Courses in the area of Information Technology and Communication
Systems (IT prefix) are available only to students who have
matriculated into a cohort in the Bachelor of Science –
Information Technology and Communication Systems degree program.
IT118
Information Technology and Communication Systems Concepts 3
This course
provides an introduction to systems and development concepts in
information technology. It examines how information is used in
organizations and how it enables businesses to improve their
business processes, customer service and competitive advantage.
IT220 Hardware and Software
Concepts 3
This
course is designed to introduce microcomputer hardware and
software concepts. It provides a strong foundation for
maintenance and troubleshooting. Students have hands-on
applications of basic troubleshooting and develop the ability to
recognize common sources of problems and adopt
solutions/preventive maintenance techniques.
Prerequisite: IT118
IT224
Visual Basic 3
This course
introduces the student to the concepts, theory and practice of
the Visual Basic programming language. Concepts are reinforced
with hands-on assignments, readings, and testing of the
concepts. Prerequisite: IT118
IT228 Database Concepts and Design 3
The most
important component of any business system is the data that is
available to the system and the end user. This course teaches
the student to look at data as a separate entity in the systems
life cycle. Students are introduced to the importance and use
of the data dictionary, the database design process, data model
comparisons, SQL, and the performance of the database.
Prerequisite: IT118
IT231 Security Concepts
3
This class is designed to
introduce students to Computer Security, considering threats,
vulnerabilities, remedies, and best practices. The course is
will cover security history, viruses, policies, encryption and
biometrics in addition to the administration of security
planning.
IT235 Computer Graphics
3
This course will introduce students
to the three industry standard software packages (QuarkXpress,
Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop) that are essential to
professional computer graphics incorporating a range of skills
from page layout to image manipulation.
IT326
SL-100 Fundamentals of Java Programming
Language 3
This course
provides first-time programmers an excellent choice for
learning programming using the Java programming language. This
course helps students understand the significance of the Java
programming language. With this knowledge, students will develop
programming skills in the areas of object oriented and Java
technology. By the end of the class, students will be able to
create simple programs using Java technology (“Java programs”)
and read and edit Java technology source code.
IT410
Network Planning and Administration
This
introduces the student to computer network planning, including
physical layout, resource requirements, and budgeting.
Administration of computer networks, including managing user
accounts, selecting and loading application software, managing
upgrades, monitoring and maximizing system performance, and
ensuring security are also addressed.
Prerequisite: IT312
IT445
SA-100-S10 UNIX® Essentials Featuring the Solaris 10 Operating
Environment
3
The Unix®
Essentials Featuring the Solaris[tm] 10 Operating Environment
course provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills
to use components of the desktop system, manage files and
directories, create and modify files, control the user work
environment, archive files, and use remote commands. In
addition, this course explains fundamental command line features
of the Solaris OE, including file system navigation, the vi text
editor, file permissions, command shells, file compression, and
basic network use.
IT499
Advanced Web Design
3
Combining exceptional classroom
instruction with real-world exercises and projects, this program
will provide the student with a solid understanding of
industry-leading web software, key design elements, and how they
all come together to form a brilliant final piece. Using
technologies including HTML, Dreamweaver, and Flash, students
will create their very own web site from the ground up and
upload it to a remote server.
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