Idaho State University Undergraduate Catalog 2011-12

Information Technology Systems

(2 Semesters)

Coordinator and Senior Instructor:  Hill
Instructor:   McElhinney

Faculty Information   
Program Introduction   
Certificates and Degree Program   
Courses    

One Technical Certificate, one Advanced Technical Certificate, one Associate of Applied Science degree, and one Bachelor of Applied Science degree are available.

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/assets/bookTool.pdf which leads to a description of the program 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 0100	Computer System Troubleshooting 

		  and Analysis  			4 cr
ITS 0110	Networking Basics  			3 cr
ITS 0120	Introduction to Unix  			3 cr
ITS 0130	Basic Electronic Concepts  		3 cr
ITS 0150	Networking I  				4 cr
ITS 0160	Networking II  				3 cr

ITS 0170	Computer Peripheral Equipment		3 cr
ITS 0180	Network Operating Systems  		3 cr
TGE 0158	Employment Strategies			2 cr
TGE 0135	Workplace Relations   			3 cr

						TOTAL: 31 cr

 (4 1/2 Semesters)

Required Courses:

ITS 0100	Computer System Troubleshooting 

		  and Analysis  			4 cr
ITS 0110	Networking Basics   			3 cr
ITS 0120	Introduction to Unix   			3 cr
ITS 0130	Basic Electronic Concepts		3 cr
ITS 0150	Networking I      			4 cr
ITS 0160	Networking II   			3 cr
ITS 0170	Computer Peripheral Equipment		3 cr
ITS 0180	Network Operating Systems		3 cr
ITS 0200	Data Cabling      			7 cr
ITS 0210	Workplace Relations Practicum		2 cr
ITS 0220	Networking III				3 cr
ITS 0230	Wireless Technologies			3 cr

ITS 0240	Securing the LAN			4 cr
ENGL 1101	English Composition			3 cr
	(contributes to AAS Communication requirement)
TGE 0158	Employment Strategies			2 cr

TGE 0135	Workplace Relations			3 cr
						TOTAL: 53 cr

(4 1/2 Semesters)

Required Courses:

ITS  0100	Computer System Troubleshooting 
		  and Analysis   			4 cr
ITS  0110	Networking Basics   			3 cr
ITS  0120	Introduction to Unix   			3 cr
ITS  0130	Basic Electronic Concepts		3 cr
ITS  0150	Networking I    			4 cr
ITS  0160	Networking II     			3 cr
ITS  0170	Computer Peripheral Equipment		3 cr
ITS  0180	Network Operating Systems  		3 cr
ITS  0200	Data Cabling      			7 cr
ITS  0210	Workplace Relations Practicum   	2 cr 
ITS  0220	Networking III   			3 cr
ITS  0230	Wireless Technologies   		3 cr
ITS  0240	Securing the LAN   			4 cr
TGE 0135 	Workplace Relations    			3 cr

TGE 0158	Employment Strategies			2 cr
COMM 1101	Principles of Speech			3 cr
(contributes to AAS English/Communication
Requirement; satisfies a General Education requirement)
ENGL 1101	English Composition			3 cr
(contributes to AAS English/Communication requirement)

						TOTAL: 66 cr

Courses

ITS 0100 Computer Systems and Troubleshooting 4 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 0110 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 0120 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 0130 Basic Electronic Concepts 3 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 0150 Networking I 4 credits.  Study of advanced diagnostic troubleshooting methods for network systems and applications, of IP routing, of OSI model, and of safety procedures. PREREQ: ITS 0110. F, S

ITS 0160 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 0110. F, S

ITS 0170 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. Lecture/laboratory. PREREQ: ITS 0100. F, S

ITS 0180 Network Operating Systems 3 credits. Intensive introduction to multi-user, multi-tasking networking operating systems. Characteristics of current industry operating systems software. Topics include installation procedures, security issues, back up procedures and remote access.  Lecture/Laboratory. PREREQ: ITS 0120. F, S

ITS 0200 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 0100. Su

ITS 0210 Workplace Relations Practicum 2 credits. Students perform service work for industry partners on a supervised basis. PREREQ: TGE 0135. Su

ITS 0220 Networking III 3 credits. Wide Area Network technologies such as Point-to-Point Protocol, frame relay, and other emerging technologies.  Lecture/Laboratory. PREREQ: ITS 0150. F, S

ITS 0230 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 0160. F, S

ITS 0240 Securing the LAN 4 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 0160 and ITS 0220. F, S

ITS 0250 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

ITS 0290 Internship 1-8 credits. On-the-job experience in the information technology field.  PREREQ: Pertinent course preparation and permission of program coordinator. F, S, S

ITS 0296 Independent Study 1-8 credits. Addresses specific learning needs of individuals for the enhancement of knowledge and skills within the program area under the guidance of an instructor.  May be repeated.  Graded S/U, or may be letter-graded.  PREREQ: Permission of the instructor.  D

ITS 0298 Special Topics 1-8 credits. Addresses the specific needs of industry, enabling students to upgrade technical skills that are not included in the current program curriculum.  May be repeated.  Graded S/U, or may be letter-graded.  PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D