Computer Information Technology

Classes

CIT 100: Microcomputer Applications

Credits 3
This hands-on course introduces the student to the more popular microcomputer software packages available including Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations. This course provides students with a working knowledge of these software packages to accomplish the more common tasks. The Microsoft Office suite, including MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, is used.

CIT 110: Theory of Computing

Credits 3
This course provides students with an understanding of the components of the computer and how these components coordinate with each other to become a computer system.  Topics covered include hardware and its functions, operating systems and how they coordinate and manage computer activities, computer terminology, and various uses of computers in the home and office, data storage, the future of technology, computer ethics, and other concerns.  This course lays the foundation required in technical education and serves as a stand-alone overview of the use of technology in office automation. 

CIT 132: Local Area Networks

Credits 4

This course provides an overview of data communications and information as it explores the terminology, equipment and procedures that are used as LAN building blocks.  It also covers methods of connecting PCs and the specialized applications that are designed to utilize the special advantages of a networked environment.
 

Notes
Successful completion of CIT 132 Local Area Networks will assist students in passing the CompTIA Network+ Certification exam.

CIT 165: Hardware Components

Credits 3

This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and ability to identify various types of computer hardware. The student will become familiar with internal and external hardware and their configurations.
 

Notes
Successful completion of CIT 165 Hardware Components will prepare students to take the first part of the CompTIA A+ Certification exam.

CIT 173: Windows Enterprise Desktop Operating Systems

Credits 3
This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and ability to design, install, and maintain desktop operating system. Students explore advanced aspects of the newest Windows desktop operating system, Windows 7. Topics covered include installation and mass installations, the user interface, hardware and software requirements and support, remote connectivity, networking, and troubleshooting. After successful completion of the course, students will be prepared to take the Microsoft certification exam #70-697.

CIT 196: Database Management

Credits 3
This course discusses database concepts, including structures, integrity, query languages, and more. Students will use an industry-standard database management system to create and work with databases. By the end of this course, student will have a solid understanding of the application of databases in an organization. 

CIT 201: Database Management for Healthcare

Credits 3
This course provides a global understanding of the theory behind data management and the use of database management tools such as the Microsoft Access application for generating relational databases and extracting customized reports from databases. Instruction will be tailored around the use of these tools in handling medical office business operations as well as understanding how they both integrate with electronic health records systems.

CIT 222: Linux Operating System

Credits 3

This course provides the student with an introduction to the effective use of the Linux operating system. Operating system concepts will be reviewed as well as how the Linux system implements these concepts. We will explore the main areas of the Linux system, including the Linux file system and Linux process execution in a multitasking, multi-user environment. Special attention will be paid to the Linux shell, with an emphasis on shell programming and using Linux tools as building blocks for more powerful data processing work.
 

Notes
Successful completion of CIT 222 Linux Operating System will prepare students to take the CompTIA Linux+ Certification exam.

CIT 226: Windows Server Management

Credits 4

This course prepares the student to administer networks using the Microsoft Windows Server 2012 operating system and to pass the MCITP 70-410 certification exam. Focusing on updates to the software and in-depth coverage of the administration aspects of Windows Server 2012, this course includes topics such as installing, configuring, managing and troubleshooting Windows Server 2012.

Prerequisite Courses

CIT 233: Windows Enterprise Services

Credits 3

This course will provide the student with the knowledge needed to deploy and configure an organization's application infrastructures with Microsoft Windows Server 2012.  Students will learn to deploy services such as Certificate Services, IIS, Remote Services, Sharepoint, SANs, and how to set up a network environment.  Upon completion of the course, the student will be well on the way to passing the Microsoft 70-412 Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services Certification exam.

CIT 237: TCP/IP Connectivity and Troubleshooting

Credits 3

This course is designed to provide the student with a working knowledge of TCP/IP for purposes of internetworking. In this course the student will explore the functionality of the TCP/IP protocol suite, TCP/IP internetworking, and managing TCP/IP. Students will learn IPv4 addressing and subnetting, as well as the new IPv6 addressing and configuration. Troubleshooting techniques appropriate to the server, node and network environment as well as learning how to systematically locate the problem and how to correct it will also be explored.

Prerequisite Courses

CIT 290: Information Technology Internship

Credits 3
Internship Hours
135

The internship is a credit-worthy work opportunity for students to gain experience in their major areas of study by strengthening and expanding their classroom knowledge through practical application. You must earn a total of 3 internship credits. To earn one credit, an intern must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 45 hours on the job; therefore, the intern must complete a total of 135 hours.

Prerequisites

Students may intern after earning at least two-thirds of their program credits and a 2.0 grade point average. All students must apply to intern during the semester prior to the semester in which they plan to earn the internship credits.

CIT 292: Network Security

Credits 3

Network Security is a hands-on, career-oriented learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop specialized security skills to advance their careers. The curriculum provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. It will also help prepare students for entry-level security career opportunities.
 

Prerequisites

Student must have completed CNT 100 Networking Basics if in the Network Admin IT program or CIT 132 Local Area Networks if in the Network Administration program.

Notes
Successful completion of CIT 292 Network Security will prepare students to take the CompTIA Security+ Certification exam.

CIT 293: Wireshark Network Analysis

Credits 4

Wireshark, a network analyzer, is the de facto industry standard open source product for network troubleshooting, analysis, and security. The curriculum provides in-depth training in using this powerful tool to find network performance issues and identify security breaches. It will also help prepare students for entry-level security career opportunities and prepare them for the Wireshark Certified Network Analyst Exam. This certification exam is certified by the Department of Defense which will also provide opportunities for employment in various government organizations in information technology. Students should have basic computer technology and networking knowledge to be successful in this course.

Prerequisites

CIT 132 Local Area Networks or CIT 194 Network Basics or at least 2 years' prior experience in computer networking / technology.

CIT 294: Ethical Hacking

Credits 3
The need for security against attackers who compromise networks is growing every day. There is a real need for security professionals who are able to conduct test attacks on their network as a way to discover vulnerabilities before attackers do. The Ethical Hacking course is a hands-on course to help students develop these skills. The course will also help you to build the skills of creativity and critical thinking which will be necessary to think like a "hacker." The newest tools and techniques used to find any vulnerability and exploit in a network will also be introduced in the course, as well as web filtering, Intrusion Protection Systems, and virtualization. This course will prepare students to get certified as an Ethical Hacker by readying them for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker exam 312-50. Students should have basic computer technology and networking knowledge to be successful in this course.
Prerequisites

CIT 132 Local Area Networks or CIT 194 Networking Basics or at least 2 years' prior experience in computer networking / technology.