Idaho State University Undergraduate Catalog 2009-2010

Information Technology Systems

(2 Semesters)

Coordinator and Senior Instructor:  Hill
Instructor:   McElhinney

Faculty Information   
Program Introduction   
Certificates and Degree Program   
Courses    

Information technology systems technicians maintain, service, and repair computer equipment and computer peripherals. They also install and trouble-shoot and maintain computer networks.

Courses listed will be taught in sequential blocks of instruction. Successful completion of a course is required before the student can progress in the program. If the student fails any math, theory, or lab course, then that course must be repeated and a passing grade of C- or better obtained before the student can advance in the program. However, a C- could prevent a student from graduating if the cumulative grade point average is less than 2.0 (a C- equals 1.7). A student must have a 2.0 GPA in the program's required curriculum in order to be eligible for a certificate or degree.

Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science degree, a Bachelor of Applied Science degree is available to a student with the completion of formally approved academic courses. 

Program length will vary depending on student's academic qualifications at time of acceptance.

For a Program Information Packet, go to the URL http://www.isu.edu/ctech/its/index.shtml which leads to descriptions of the program in general, course descriptions, lists of course sequences, and the cost of books, tools, uniforms, fees, and other expenses. 

This program requires students to achieve certain grades in order to advance each semester. Specific information is available in the program's student handbook.

(2 Semesters)

Required Courses:

ITS 100	 Computer System Troubleshooting 

	   and Analysis 			3 cr
ITS 110  Networking Basics 			3 cr
ITS 120  Introduction to Unix 			3 cr
ITS 130  Basic Electronic Concepts 		4 cr
ITS 150  Networking I 				3 cr
ITS 160  Networking II 				3 cr

ITS 170  Computer Peripheral Equipment		3 cr
ITS 180  Network Operating Systems 		3 cr
TGE 158  Employment Strategies			2 cr
MANT 135 Work Place Relations	 		3 cr

					TOTAL: 30 cr

 (3 1/2 Semesters)

Required Courses:

ITS  100    Computer System Troubleshooting 

	      and Analysis 			3 cr
ITS  110    Networking Basics  			3 cr
ITS  120    Introduction to Unix  		3 cr
ITS  130    Basic Electronic Concepts		4 cr
ITS  150    Networking I     			3 cr
ITS  160    Networking II  			3 cr
ITS  170    Computer Peripheral Equipment	3 cr
ITS  180    Network Operating Systems		3 cr
ITS  200    Data Cabling     			7 cr
ITS  210    Customer Relations Practicum	2 cr
ITS  220    Networking III			3 cr
ITS  230    Wireless Technologies		3 cr

ITS  240    Securing the LAN			3 cr

TGE 151     152 Technical Writing I, II		4 cr

TGE  158    Employment Strategies		2 cr

MANT 135    Work Place Relations		3 cr
					TOTAL: 52 cr

(4 1/2 Semesters)

Required Courses:

ITS  100    Computer System Troubleshooting 
              and Analysis  			3 cr
ITS  110    Networking Basics  			3 cr
ITS  120    Introduction to Unix  		3 cr
ITS  130    Basic Electronic Concepts		4 cr
ITS  150    Networking I   			3 cr
ITS  160    Networking II    			3 cr
ITS  170    Computer Peripheral Equipment	3 cr
ITS  180    Network Operating Systems 		3 cr
ITS  200    Data Cabling     			7 cr
ITS  210    Customer Relations Practicum  	2 cr 
ITS  220    Networking III  			3 cr
ITS  230    Wireless Technologies  		3 cr
ITS  240    Securing the LAN  			3 cr
MANT 135    Work Place Relations   		3 cr

Technical General Education course required for A.A.S.:

TGE 158     Employment Strategies		2 cr

General Education Requirements:

ENGL 101    English Composition			3 cr

Goal 2                                   	3 cr
Goal 3      					3 cr
Goals 6, 7, 9, 10A, 11 and 12                   3 cr
Additional Credits from Goals 4-12              4 cr
					TOTAL: 64 cr

Courses

ITS 100 Computer Systems and Troubleshooting 3 credits.  Fundamentals of computer hardware and software.  Students will describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Lecture/laboratory. F, S

ITS 110 Networking Basics I 3 credits.  Classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging networking technology. Includes network terminology and protocols. LANs, OSI model, cabling, cabling tools, IP addressing, and network standards. Uses networking software, tools, and equipment.  Lecture/Laboratory F, S

ITS 120 Introduction to Unix 3 credits.  Introduction to UNIX operating system and CDE, GNOME, and KDE graphical user interfaces. Includes an overview of the Sun Solaris and Linux versions of the UNIX operating  system.  Lecture/Laboratory. F, S

ITS 130 Basic Electronic Concepts 4 credits.  Introduction to basic electricity and electronics, including simple DC circuits, use of a Volt-Ohm-Meter, soldering, resistors, capacitors, conductors, insulators, Ohm's law, diodes, and transistors. Math applications related to basic electronics include decimals, metrics and algebra formulas. Lecture/laboratory. F, S

ITS 150 Networking I 3 credits.  Study of advanced diagnostic troubleshooting methods for network systems and applications, of IP routing, of OSI model, and of safety procedures. F, S

ITS 160 Networking II 3 credits. Introduces and extends the student's knowledge and practical experience with configuring LANS,  IP networks, and Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, switching theory and technologies, and network troubleshooting.  Lecture/Laboratory PREREQ: ITS 110. F, S

ITS 170 Computer Peripheral Equipment 3 credits. Operation of laser and digital printers, including connections, theory of electronics, basics of xerography, supplies, troubleshooting, repair, adjustments, cleaning methods and safety. Fax machine operation and servicing. Lecture/laboratory. PREREQ: ITS 100. F, S

ITS 180 Network Operating Systems 3 credits. Intensive introduction to multi-user, multi-tasking networking operating systems. Characteristics of current industry operating systems software such as, but not limited to Linux, Windows 2000, NT, and XP network. Topics include installation procedures, security issues, back up procedures and remote access.  Lecture/Laboratory PREREQ: ITS 120. F, S

ITS 200 Data Cabling 7 credits. Physical aspects of computer network cable installation. Provides an understanding of industry standards and trends, routing and pulling cable, and cable testing. Lab-oriented course that stresses documentation, design, installation issues, and safety.  Lecture/Laboratory. PREREQ: ITS 110. Su

ITS 210 Customer Relations Practicum 2 credits. Students perform service work for industry partners on a supervised basis. PREREQ: MANT 131. Su

ITS 220 Networking III 3 credits. Wide Area Network technologies such as Point-to-Point Protocol, frame relay, and other emerging technologies.  Lecture/Laboratory PREREQ: ITS 150. F, S

ITS 230 Wireless Technologies 3 credits.  Design, planning, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of wireless networks. Comprehensive overview of technologies, security, and design best practices with emphasis on hands-on skills.  Lecture/Laboratory.  PREREQ:  ITS 160. F, S

ITS 240 Securing the LAN 3 credits.  Design and implement security solutions for LANs that will reduce the risk of revenue loss and vulnerability, via hands-on and instructor-led experience and e-learning.  Lecture/Laboratory.  PREREQ:  ITS 150 and ITS 160. F, S

ITS 250 Computer Forensics 3 credits.  Use forensic software  and techniques in recovering data, conducting data mining, and decrypting. Includes safe handling and preservation of original media, and finding hidden data. D