B.S. in Information Systems Technologies
Information Systems Technologies is a baccalaureate degree major designed
to prepare students for careers in a wide variety of work settings that
rely on end-user computerized information technologies to accomplish
organizational goals at the school's level. The curriculum recognizes
that end users must have good computer application skills as well as
an understanding of the principles of organizations and systems, including
an awareness of technological, economic, political, social, and cultural
factors. Many courses require significant hands-on
computer activities
related to applications software, networking communications, and computer
troubleshooting and maintenance. Students may also choose five courses
from an approved list to reflect their personal interests in Information
Systems Technologies.
Students entering the Information Systems Technologies degree must
be able to keyboard at a competency level adequate enough to complete
a variety of computer related tasks and assignments (generally considered
at 30 wpm or above.) Significant computer resources are available to
students in the program for instructional purposes and for completion
of assignments. The courses are based on a nationally recognized model
curriculum, Organizational and End-user Information Systems
by
the Organizational Systems Research Association (OSRA). Graduates of
this program will meet the continuing needs of business and industry
for personnel to use computer systems technologies within organizations
utilizing end-user information systems. They will be able to supervise
the planning and implementation of information systems in work/office
environments, and to deal with people, procedures, and equipment resources
of companies in this country or abroad. The
Capstone Option is available to qualified students entering these
programs. More information about The
Capstone Option can be found in Chapter 4 of the Undergraduate
Catalog.
College of Applied Sciences and Arts
Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Systems Technologies
| Courses | Hours |
|---|---|
| University Core Curriculum Requirements* To include PHIL 104 or PHIL 105; two from the following: ECON 113, PSYC 102 or SOC 108; and ECON 302I or SPCM 301I |
41 |
| Requirements for Major in Information Systems Technologies Information Systems Technologies 301,307, 334, 335, 336, 412, 414, 415 Information Systems and Applied Technologies 365, 366, 419 Approved Major Electives - (Note: Six hours must be at the 300 or 400 level)** |
52 25 9 18 |
| Career Course Requirements*** Information Systems and Applied Technologies 120, 229 Information Systems Technologies 109,205,208, 209, 232, 234 Electronic Systems Technologies 224 |
18 27 6 18 3 |
| ______ | |
| Total | 120 |
| *Many students may meet these requirements through an approved transfer AA/AS degree from an accredited community college. **The current approved list is on file in the school office. ***Many students may meet these requirements through an approved AAS degree from an accredited community college. |
|
Approved Major Electives*
- IST 240-3 - Desktop Publishing
- IST 308-3 - Forms Analysis, Design, and Control
- IST 312-3 - Programming II (Advanced Java)
- IST 350 - Technical Career Subjects (varies; Web Page Applications)
- IST 360-3 - Network Security
- IST 370-3 - Introduction to Oracle: SQL and PL/SQL
- IST 372-3 - Oracle Database Administration
- IST 405-3 - Installation and Configuration of Internet Services
- IST 416-3 - Telecommunications
- IST 426-3 - Application Development Environments (Advanced Programming)
- EST 315-3 - Network Installation and Administration
- EST 223-3 - Electronis Certification Test Preparation
- EST 415-3 - Advanced Network Installation and Administration
- WED 418-3 - Training and Development in Adminstrative Services
- AD 242-3 - Introduction to Computer Graphics
- AD 332-3 - Computer Graphics
- MCMA 360-3 - Digital Communications and the Information Society
- *School's approval required for other substitutions.
Web Based Major Delivery
The IST degree consists of 100, 200, 300, and 400 division courses. The lower level (100 and 200 numbers) should be taken before the higher level courses. Southern Illinois University Carbondale delivers only the 300 and 400 division IST courses in the online environment. Therefore, the online student must have satisfied certain prerequisites prior to taking designated Southern Illinois University Carbondale IST online courses.
Web based delivery at Southern Illinois University Carbondale means:
- You will receive general instructional materials for each course when the registration process is complete. It is your responsibility to contact each instructor with an email message so that your user identification and password can be assigned giving you access to the course (Interface used is WebCT).
- Weekly deadlines are posted and must be followed in order to succeed. You must follow the assignment and test schedules of each course. Each faculty member will provide dates and procedures for completion of work.
- You will complete class activities in a different manner and time format.
- Grading procedures and all policies are followed as stated in the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Undergraduate Catalog.
Prerequisites Required
- A minimum of 2.0 GPA on Southern Illinois University Carbondale's 4.0 scale for all prior post-secondary course work.
- Satisfactory completion of prerequisite courses
- Ability to keyboard at 30 wpm or better.
- Ownership of or ready and frequent access to computer hardware and software that meets minimum specifications is required
- Additional software may be required for specific courses (identified upon course registration)
| Minimum Prerequisite Courses Required to Begin Online Delivery | Prerequisite for |
|---|---|
| IST 109 - Introduction to Computer Concepts | IST 209 |
| IMS 229 - Computing for Business Administration | IST 232 and IST 336 |
| IST 234- Introduction to Database Application Software | IST 232, IST 334, and IST 336 |
| EST 224 - Installing & Upgrading Computer Systems | IST 335 & IST 405 |
| ENGL 101 - English Composition I (with a grade of C or better) | IMS 366 |
| ENGL 102 - English Composition II | |
| MATH 108 or higher, except 114 | IMS 365 |
| SPCM 101 - Introduction to Oral Communications |
Minimum Technology Requirements For Online Courses
Students enrolled in IST web-based delivery courses are expected to have a basic knowledge of microcomputer operating systems and of various types of software. They will also be expected to have access to, as well as be able to, use the hardware and software described below. Due to the rapid rate of change in technology, it is anticipated that hardware and software requirements will be upgraded on a regular basis.
- 266 MHz or greater (Intel Pentium or AMD processor)
- Windows 98® , ME®, 2000®, or XP®
- Microsoft Office 97®, 98®, 2000®, or XP®
- Microsoft Word®
- Microsoft PowerPoint®
- Microsoft Excel® (for selected courses)
- Microsoft Access® (for selected courses)
- Microsoft Project 98® or 2000® (for selected courses)
- Microsoft Visio 5.0® or later (for selected courses)
- Current anti-virus application (regularly updated)
- 64MB RAM or greater
- 3 GB hard drive or larger
- 56.6 kps modem, DSL, or cable modem
- 1024x768 or greater monitor and video card
- Sound card with speakers
- CD ROM
- Inkjet or laser printer
- Current E-mail address
- Internet service provider (ISP) account
- Unzipping utilities such as PKZip or Winzip
- Recent version of Internet Explorer or Netscape browser