BSIT Course Descriptions

INT3001 CO-OP PRACTICUM I

Prerequisite: Junior standing (60 credit hours), 2.25 LTU GPA, completion of all freshmen and sophomore course requirements, departmental approval. First full time work assignment providing information technology experience in the workplace 1 hour credit

INT3023 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INAUGURAL

Prerequisite: MCS1003. Introduction to how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in quality, timeliness and competitive advantage. Systems and development concepts, information technology issues, as well as hardware and software consideration. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT3101 CO-OP PRACTICUM II

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of INT3001, departmental approval. Second full time work assignment providing information systems experience in the workplace. 1 hour credit

INT3103 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANGAGEMENT

Prerequisite: INT3023. How information is used and managed within organizations. The use of information as a resource, developing and managing information systems, IS planning and implementation, reengineering, end-user computing, information systems strategies, network and telecommunications systems management, electronic commerce and societal and ethical issues relating to information systems design and use. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT3203 TECHNICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Prerequisite: INT3023. Designing a computer architecture that will meet the needs of the business environment. Current hardware, network and software technologies will be explored as well as system architectures for the single user, center, and networked computing systems. Single and multi-user operating systems will also be discussed. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT 3503 Project Management within an IT Environment

Prerequisite: INT3023. The course contains the eight basic knowledge areas of Project Management: Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resources, Communications, Risk and Procurement.  The student will be exposed to the uniqueness of managing these knowledge areas in an information technology environment.  The course will show the challenges and the advantages of using and creating computer technology in project scenarios. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT 3603 eBusiness Strategy, Architecture, and Design

Prerequisite: INT3023. This course examines the linkage of organizational strategy and electronic methods of delivering products, services, and exchanges in inter-organizational, national, and global environments.  Information technology strategy and technological solutions for enabling effective business processes within and between organizations in a global environment are considered.  Lecture 3 hours credit

INT 3803 Database Design and Implementation

Prerequisites: INT3023.  This course covers the design and development of relational database management systems (RDBMS).  It will place special attention on the organizational and management issues related to the design and implementation of a RDBMS, data definitions, data manipulation, and normalization.  Students will develop logical design of the database and then convert their design into a physical model.  Additionally, this course will explore the implementation issues, Internet technologies, security concerns, testing and installation. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT4001 CO-OP PRACTICUM III

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of INT3101, departmental approval. Third full time work assignment providing information systems experience in the workplace. 1 hour credit

INT4013 TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKS

Prerequisite: INT3023. In-depth knowledge of data communications and networking. Telecom- munications technologies, hardware and software. Special emphasis on the design, implementation and management of local area networks and wide area networks. Network privacy, security and reliability. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT 4023 Exploration of Information Technology Security

Prerequisite: INT3023 & INT4013.  As networks continue to grow and as computing becomes more and more ubiquitous, today’s IT managers need to have a thorough understanding of security and the risks associated when inappropriate security exists.  Students will explore basic security concepts, principles and strategy, how to develop and manage an IT security program and how to strategize and plan an IT architecture.  Students will also discuss other IT security issues as it relates to current market trends.

INT4203 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

Prerequisite: INT3023.Developing an information system from concept to implementation. Various system development methodology techniques and introduction to the system development life cycle. Special emphasis on developing good communication skills between users, clients, team members and others that are associated with the project. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT 4303 Physical Design & Implementation within a Programming Environment

INT4503 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING

Prerequisite: Approval of full time faculty member and undergraduate program director. With approval of a faculty member, students complete advanced technical training in an IT related field and successfully pass a certification exam. All training must be American Council on Education (ACE) or LTU faculty approved. Programs include: MSCE, CNE, CCIE, Oracle Database or UNIX system administrator. Lecture 3 hours credit

INT4506 and INT4524 PROFESSIONAL TRAINING - NON EVALUATED

Prerequisite: Approval of qualified full time faculty member and undergraduate program director. Students develop an individual plan of study with a faculty mentor that may include industry seminars, formal coursework and self-study. Students complete a portfolio project, INT4992.

INT4992 PORTFOLIO PROJECT

Prerequisite: Approval of qualified full time faculty member and undergraduate program director. A project is completed that demonstrates the various skills gained while completing a concentration. Students work closely with a faculty advisor during development of this project. 2 hours credit