Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

Program Overview

Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is a comprehensive degree program designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge, practical skills, and analytical capabilities required to excel in the ever-evolving field of information technology. The curriculum blends both theoretical concepts and hands-on experience, to ensure that graduates are prepared to tackle real-world challenges and contribute significantly to the IT industry. Whether the goal is to prepare for a new career or advance with a current employer, IAU’s BIT program pushes students to grow professionally.

Program Learning Objectives (PLO)

• Demonstrate effective written communication skills. (SLO1)
• Deliver effective oral presentations. (SLO2)
• Apply advanced critical thinking to analyze complex IT problems and develop solutions. (SLO3)
• Evaluate ethical dilemmas and propose solutions based on Christian ethical principles. (SLO4)
• Research, evaluate, and apply technical information effectively for IT-related tasks and problem-solving. (SLO5)

Mode of Instruction

Instruction can be completed through classroom-hybrid and/or online instructional methodologies.

Completion Time

Curriculum

General Education Component

• 12 courses / 36 Semester Hours
  • Communication & English: 3 Courses / 9 Semester Hours (Choose 3, other(s) can be elective)
    • COM 100 Introduction to Mass Communication
    • COM 200 Public Speaking
    • ENG 100 English Composition
    • ENG 110 Undergraduate Academic Writing/APA
    • ENG 300 Critical Thinking
  • Social Sciences: 3 Courses / 9 Semester Hours (Choose 3, other(s) can be elective)
    • POL 100 Introduction to Political Science
    • PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology
    • SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology
    • SOC 110 Art and Culture
    • ECN 200 Introduction to Microeconomics
  • Math & Sciences: 4 Courses / 12 Semester Hours
    • BUS 150 Business Math
    • INT 100 Introduction to Information Technology
    • INT 150 Computer Applications
    • MAT 200 College Algebra
    • MAT 220 Introduction to Statistics
  • Cultural Studies: 2 Courses / 6 Semester Hours (Choose 2, other(s) can be elective)
    • HIS 100 World History I
    • REL 100 Introduction to Religion
    • REL 110 Introduction to the Bible
    • REL 200 Religions of the World

Common Professional Component (CPC)

• 17 Required Courses / 51 Semester Hours
  • CSE 100 Fundamentals of Programming
  • CSE 105 Database Management Systems
  • CSE 110 Discrete Structures
  • CSE 115 Computer Networking
  • CSE 200 Network and System Administration
  • CSE 205 Object Oriented Programming with Java
  • CSE 210 Operating Systems
  • CSE 215 Data Structures and Algorithms
  • CSE 220 Principles of Software Engineering
  • CSE 225 Computer Organization and Architecture
  • CSE 230 Web Design and Development
  • CSE 235 Introduction to Cyber Security
  • CSE 300 Fundamentals of Cloud Computing and Virtualization
  • CSE 305 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • CSE 315 Data Warehousing and Data Mining
  • CSE 405 Software Project Management
  • MIS 105 Fundamentals of Information Technology

Internship Component

• 6 Semester Hours
  • The Internship Component requirement can be fulfilled by completing an internship, internship reflection course, or by seeking Prior Experiential Learning credit (PEL).

Elective Component

• 24 Semester Hours
  • The Electives Component requirement can be fulfilled by receiving credit for any undergraduate (<500) course(s) that is/are not a requirement. Concentration Component can be fulfilled by completing the required courses for the concentration.

Capstone Component

• 1 Course / 3 Semester Hours
  • CSE 455 Capstone

Total Bachelor of Information Technology

• 120 Semester Hours

Graduation Requirements

1. Complete 120 semester units of the prescribed curriculum.
2. Complete internship requirement.
3. Complete all required coursework with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
4. Apply for graduation and meet all academic and financial requirements.
5. F-1 students must maintain lawful status.

Major 1:CIP Code 11.0103

• Related Jobs: Information Technology, General
• Job Outlook and Salary: Information Technology

SOC | Occupation

• .00 | Computer and Information Systems Managers
• .00 | Computer Systems Analysts
• .01 | Health Informatics Specialists
• .00 | Information Security Analysts
• .00 | Computer and Information Research Scientists
• .00 | Computer Network Architects
• .01 | Telecommunications Engineering Specialists
• .00 | Database Architects
• .01 | Data Warehousing Specialists
• .00 | Software Developers

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