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BS in Information Technology

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

COURSE DELIVERY METHOD DURATION TOTAL CREDITS TUITION PER YEAR*
ON CAMPUS 4 YEARS 120 $19,050
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DEGREE DETAILS

The BS degree in Information Technology is earned by completing the program course requirements of 120 credit hours. Of these credit hours, 63 credits are major or core courses, 42 general education credits, and 18 pure elective credits. Students must meet their core requirements as well as their general education requirements. In addition, students must meet the following criteria:

1. Students enrolled in the undergraduate program must maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.0 out of 4.0 to qualify for the BA degree, to remain in good standing, and to graduate.
2. The Maximum Time Frame (MTF) for completion of the BA program is 180 credits.
3. An undergraduate student may transfer up to 60 credit hours earned at accredited institutions.
4. No degree credit is received by an undergraduate for any failing grade (a grade less than D, or 1.00 out of 4.00 grade points).

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PROGRAM OUTCOMES

  1. Demonstrate proficiency in various aspects of information technology skills, including computer programming languages, computer network infrastructure, database management systems, cybersecurity principles, and software development.
  2. Examine technological problems and requirements for businesses to design and implement technology solutions using theoretical and practical applications of computing and mathematical knowledge.
  3. Integrate fundamental digital components and infrastructures to implement computing solutions, including standalone, web-based,
    and mobile applications.
  4. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with technical and non-technical stakeholders to professionally present articulate information and data literacy needs.
  5. Assess technical skills and knowledge to pursue various professional technology certifications globally recognizable in the industry such as Certified Professional in Python Programming, CompTIA – IT Fundamentals (ITF+), ISACA – Data Science Fundamentals, etc.
  6. Understand the role of responsible citizenship in the legitimate use of technology and digital data.
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COURSES IN THE DEGREE

Students must earn a total of 120 college credit hours to receive this degree. Of these credit hours, 60 credits are core courses, 42 general education credits, and 18 elective credits. Students must meet their core requirements as well as their general education requirements.

In addition, students must meet the following criteria:

  • Students enrolled in the undergraduate program must maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.0 out of 4.0 to qualify for the BA degree, to remain in good standing, and to graduate.
  • The Maximum Time Frame (MTF) for completion of the bachelor’s program is 180 credit hours.
  • An undergraduate student may transfer up to 90 credit hours earned at accredited institutions.
  • No degree credit is received by an undergraduate for any failing grade (a grade less than D, or 1.00 out of 4.00 grade points).

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY:
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Core Requirements: 60 Credits

 

Course Code Course Name Pre Requisite Credit
CMPS 122 Introduction to Programming I   3
CMPS 202 Data Structure and Algorithms I CMPS 122 3
CMPS 211 Computer Networks   3
CMPS 222 Programming II CMPS 122 3
CMPS 226 Introduction to Data Science   3
CMPS 318 Database Management Systems   3
CMPS 320 Computer Forensics   3
CMPS 350 Cyber Security Law   3
ISIT 224 Information Systems Analysis and Design   3
ISIT 225 Cloud Computing   3
ISIT 226 Management Information System ISIT 224 3
ISIT 352 Web Development   3
ISIT 354 Software Architecture   3
ISIT 356 Software Quality and Testing   3
ISIT 357 Content Management Software   3
ISIT 360 Data Mining CMPS 226 3
ISIT 401 Information Technology Audits and Controls ISIT 226 3
MATH 110 Introduction to Statistics   3
MATH 140 Discrete Mathematics   3
PHIL 200 Ethics   3

Electives: 18 Credits (Choose 6 Courses)

Course Code Course Name Pre Requisite Credit
CMPS 205 Data Structure and Algorithms II CMPS 202 3
CMPS 310 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence CMPS 202 3
CMPS 322 Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition CMPS 202 3
CMPS 426 Bioinformatics MATH 110 3
CMPS 433 Game Programming CMPS 205 3
CMPS 438 Exploratory Data Analytics CMPS 226 3
ISIT 248 Mobile Development CMPS 112 3
ISIT 328 Data Warehouse Design CMPS 318 3
ISIT 340 Business Intelligence   3
ISIT 350 Advanced Web Application Design CMPS 122 3
ISIT 355 Advanced Mobile Application Development ISIT 248 or ISIT 350 or CMPS 222 3
ISIT 362 Social Network Analysis   3
ISIT 370 Agile Project Management MGMT 200 3
MGMT 200 Introduction to Project Management   3

* For detailed descriptions of each course, please visit the BAU 2024-2025 Academic Catalog.

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PROGRAM BENEFITS

BAU’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology leads to various career paths in entry-level IT sections such as technical support, network infrastructure, and administrative services. The primary benefit of this program is that students gain the fundamental knowledge necessary for these sections and can choose their elective courses to focus on a specific IT section that suits their career interests.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

This major will prepare students for job positions such as Computer Network Architect, Computer Support Specialist, Database Administrator, Information Security Analyst, Software Developer, Application Developer, Application Support Analyst, Applications Engineer, Associate Developer, Chief Information Officer (CIO), Cloud Architect, Cloud Consultant, Cloud Product and Project Manager, Cloud Services Developer, Cloud System Administrator, Computer and Information Systems Manager, Computer Programmer, Computer Systems Analyst, Customer Support Administrator, Customer Support Specialist, Data Center Support Specialist, Data Quality Manager, Database Administrator, Desktop Support Manager, Desktop Support Specialist, Developer, Director of Technology.

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Bintou Lingani, Ph.D.

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Bintou Lingani is the chair of the Department of Business and Economics at Bay Atlantic university, Washington, DC. She graduated with a Doctorate degree in International Economics and Development in 2019 from Howard University. Her research interest focuses on International Trade and Economic Development in Sub-Saharan Africa and less developed Countries in general. Her teaching journey began when she earned a teaching assistantship while pursuing her master’s at Howard University and she continued to work in academia ever since. Bintou Lingani’s professional philosophy revolves around constant learning in an encouraging environment. She uses her positive attitude, her tireless energy, and her expertise to empower students to reach new heights.

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Sean Michael Cox, Ph.D.

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Sean Michael Cox, Ph.D., is the Chair of the Department of Political Science and International Relations at Bay Atlantic University. His area of academic expertise focuses on Comparative Politics and includes specializations in post-Soviet politics, Eastern European and Balkan Politics, Turkish politics, and US politics. Dr. Cox is a Senior Advisor at the Global Policy Institute, a Washington, D.C.-based economics and international affairs think tank. During his career, he has served as Primary Investigator on numerous projects funded by a variety of public and private organizations including USAID, the US Departments of Education and State, the European Commission, NATO, and a number of foundations.

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Dr. Pipop Nuangpookka

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Dr. Pipop Nuangpookka is the Chair of Information Management Science Program and Director of Distance Education at BAU. He started teaching in Computer Science, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity disciplines in 2007. His research interests are Non-Destructive Method of Detecting Hardware Attack, PII Security Controls, Web Server Protection, and Bilingual Translator Programming. He is a co-author of scholarly papers published in the Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges/ACM digital library, including “Hardware-Tampering Security Risks in the Supply Chain” and “Fileless Malware and Programmatic Method of Detection.

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Oonah Jaja-Wachuku

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Oonah Jaja-Wachuku is the department chair of the General Education program at Bay Atlantic University. She is a double masters’ degree holder in the areas of International Business Management (MBA) and Multilingualism, Linguistics and Education (MA). She has over 10 years of teaching/instructing experience in different parts of the world. Oonah is passionate about teaching and learning and strives to bring creativity, new paradigms and processes to the practice of educating bright minds.
Ms. Jaja-Wachuku is a self-published author and blog writer – a reader, writer and lifelong learner.

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Paolo von Schirach

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Paolo von Schirach was appointed President of the Global Policy Institute, GPI, in March 2016. He is also Professor of Political Science and International Relations at Bay Atlantic University BAU in Washington, DC. He served as Chair of PSIR from 2018 until June 2022. His GPI research and BAU teaching focus on contemporary world politics and economics, international trade, energy, competition policies, and the role of innovation in economics.

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