Bachelor of Applied Technology in Computer and Information Technologies

This program is a Selective Program. Application requirements are included in the description below.

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The Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree (BAT) in Computer and Information Technologies (CIT) prepares students for successful careers in the field of CIT. Coursework is balanced between theoretical and technical competencies associated with the CIT profession to prepare graduates for a number of demands placed on CIT professionals. The degree is designed to educate and train students with relevant, technical knowledge of CIT practice to provide solutions for real-world problems as well as to provide technical support for computer-based information systems. Technology-oriented coursework with an emphasis on computer application of those technologies will form the core requirements for this program.

The program’s objectives include promoting academic development in a number of ways. The program offers a required capstone course that will enhance the educational experience and employment potential for students. The program will also include a strong professional component to develop skills in technical communication, ethics, and group work. Students graduating from the program will be prepared to enter the private sector as well as continue their education in a graduate program.

Bachelor of Applied Technology Requirements

Application Requirements

1. Demonstrate proficiency in state mandated general knowledge content through approved means; i.e., Texas Success Initiatives (TSI), with program specific exemptions accepted.
2. Applicants are eligible for admission if they meet one of the following criteria:
   1. An ACT Composite of 19 (minimum of 16 in all areas) or above (SAT 910 or above).
   2. Applicants with prior college level coursework must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or provide evidence of extenuating circumstances, to the Dean for Math, Science & Bachelor Programs, for waiving the requirement.
   3. Provisional Acceptance, for students scoring a minimum ACT Composite of 15 (SAT 740 or above) or minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 may be granted by the Dean for Math, Science & Bachelor Programs upon completion of a personal interview with the prospective applicant.

Degree Completion Requirements

Minimum Completion Requirements

• Complete the appropriate course of study for a Bachelor of Applied Technology program as specified in the College catalog. Developmental or other non-credit coursework does not apply toward graduation requirements.
• South Texas College will accept a maximum of 90 credit hours of applicable course work transferred from another accredited college or university toward a Bachelor of Applied Technology Degree granted by STC.
• Completion of at least 39 credit hours in 3000 level courses or higher of which at least 18 must be completed at STC;
• Maintain a minimum average of “C” (2.0 GPA) for all courses in the area of specialization and a minimum overall cumulative average of “C” (2.0 GPA in all other courses).
• Pay all debts to the College prior to graduation.

Degree Components

Lower Division-Requirements

STC Core Curriculum (42 Credit Hours)

The student is required to take 42 credit hours from the STC Core Curriculum. Students must take MATH 1414 College Algebra to fulfill the Mathematics component of the Core Curriculum.

Students beginning the Bachelor of Applied Technology Program upper-level coursework upon completion of an approved Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree must complete an additional 27 general education credit hours in order to fulfill the forty-two (42) credit hour general education Core Curriculum required at South Texas College.

Students beginning the Bachelor of Applied Technology Program upper-level coursework after completion of an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree will have fulfilled the Core Curriculum requirement for bachelor degree graduates.

Technical Support Areas (39-41 Credit Hours)

The student is required to complete 39-41 credit hours of technical specialty coursework from an approved Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S) degree. The 39-41 credit hours must include 4 of the courses (14-16 credit hours) listed below. The approved A.A.S. degrees are as follows: Information Technology, Architectural and Engineering Design Technology, Business Administration, Administrative Office Assistant, Legal Office Assistant, and Paralegal. Coursework from other A.A.S. degrees will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Note: Students entering the BAT program with a completed Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree may apply their field of study coursework toward the 25 credit hour technical specialty requirement.

Upper-Division Requirements

Prerequisites for Upper-Level Coursework

• Junior Standing
  • Completion of an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree or completion of sixty (60) credit hours from a regionally accredited institution with at least fifteen (15) credit hours in general education coursework; or
  • Completion of an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Senior Standing
  • A minimum of ninety (90) credit hours from a regionally accredited institution with at least twenty-one (21) credit hours in upper-level coursework.
• A minimum GPA of 2.5 in previous coursework.

Required Computer & Information Technologies

Major Courses (36 Credit Hours)

The upper-division Computer & Information Technologies major coursework is balanced between theoretical and technical competencies associated with the CIT profession to prepare graduates for a number of demands placed on CIT professionals. The degree is designed to educate and train students with relevant, technical knowledge of CIT practice to provide solutions for real-world problems as well as to provide technical support for computer-based information systems. Technology-oriented coursework with an emphasis on computer application of those technologies will form the core requirements for this program.

Computer and Information Technologies Elective Courses (3 hours)

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Through the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Computer and Information Technologies outcomes, the student will be able to:

• Identify the basic components of information system, utilizing the system development, conduct a preliminary investigation of a system, determine the system requirements and analysis, develop information system design, and demonstrate proficiency of principals of system analysis and design (CITP 3305 System Analysis and Design);
• Use common structure in the programming language, enhance the functionality of a web page using scripting language, write control statements that logically control the flow of the program, and use both console and file input and output in a syntactically and logically correct way (CITP 3310 Survey of Programming Languages);
• Create a functional and visually recognizable interface, retrieve data from and insert data into a database using a standard connection library. Create, control, and terminate one or more threads, and use standard TCP/IP protocols to connect a software client to a software server (CITP 4350 Advanced Computer Programming);
• Design and develop dynamic web pages utilizing server-side technology, develop data-driven web applications by applying database management techniques, and apply and implement programming and security techniques in the development of web applications (CITP 4316 Advanced Web Design);
• Prepare image for display, including repairing damage, cropping and color adjustments. Cleanly remove undesired elements to include text or background materials, and create images that animate when viewed. (CITP 3360 Digital Image Processing and Presentation);
• Master the essential concepts of relational database model, write database in SQL language, design and implement a database using Oracle, enhance problem solving skills for the development and maintenance of a relational database system (CITP 3320 Database Management);
• Integrate the specialized skills and knowledge presented throughout other courses to complete a system project (CITP 4340 Special Topics Course - CIT);
• Identify and define terminology, hardware, and software components of computer networking, utilize equipments, protocols, and topologies to differentiate between various network systems. Demonstrate skills in installing network hardware, software, and cable; troubleshoot network connectivity; configure network protocol; and install and configure network client software (CITP 3302 Advanced Networking (Networking +));
• Review security plan to ensure appropriate level of protection; implement network security design; audit network system based on security design; use relevant tools to maintain security requirements; and review all security policies and procedures on a regular basis (CITP 3312 Fundamentals of Information Security);
• Describe different technologies used in the telecommunications industry; identify various architectures used in the telecommunications industry; name the protocols in the telecommunications industry; explain the application of technologies, architectures, and protocols used in the telecommunications industry (CITP 4345 Data Communications - Convergent Technologies);
• Prepare an in-depth study in the designing, installing and administration of Windows and Linux-based servers. Use of scripting languages to administer servers will be used (CITP 3306 Internet/Intranet Server Integration).

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Four Year Course Sequence

List of Computer and Information Technology Electives