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The core courses in this program are online group classes, with a group of students progressing together through each course. Courses are offered in a time frame that is comparable to a traditional semester schedule, with fixed start and end dates.

 

REQUIRED COURSES (13 credits) 

IST 110 (GS)

Information, People, and Technology
The use, analysis, and design of information systems and technologies to organize, coordinate, and inform human enterprises.

3 credits

IST 210

Organization of Data
Introduction to the concept of databases, including the storage, manipulation, evaluation, and display of data, and related issues.

Prerequisite: IST 110

4 credits
IST 220

Networking and Telecommunications
Introduction to digital network topologies, transmission media, signal modulation, digital packet switching and routing, systems integration, communications management, and security.

Prerequisite: IST 110

3 credits
IST 250

New Media and the Web
Introduction to how the World Wide Web utilizes emerging technologies. Students acquire a conceptual understanding of constructing Web sites.

Prerequisite: IST 110 or concurrent enrollment

3 credits

A Note about Prerequisites

Prerequisites as listed may be waived by the course instructor if you can demonstrate the required level of competency.

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