Course Listing For Information Technology Courses

BSIT 200

Computer Hardware and Software Management

(3 Credits)
This course introduces software, hardware and operating systems concepts. Topics include fundamentals of computer technology; installation and configuration of PCs, laptops and related hardware; and basic networking. Course topics align with the CompTIA A+ Essentials certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- CompTIA A+
- Computer Hardware
- Expansion Cards
- Flash Memory
- Motherboard
- Operating Systems
- Peripheral Devices
- Storage Devices
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Wireless Networks
BSIT 220

Network Management and Infrastructure

(3 Credits)
This course addresses the skills and knowledge necessary to become an IT Professional in the networking field. Topics include network technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security. Course topics align with the CompTIA Network+ certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- CompTIA Network+
- Domain Name System
- Ethernet
- Internet Protocols Suite
- Local Area Networks
- Network Infrastructure
- Networking Hardware
- OSI Models
- Routing Protocols
- Wireless Networks
BSIT 310

Computer and Network Security Fundamentals

(3 Credits)
This course introduces security concepts, tools, and procedures for preventing, mitigating and responding to security incidents. Network security, compliance and operational security, threats and vulnerabilities, application, data and host security, access control and identity management, and cryptography are explored. Course topics align with the CompTIA Security+ certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Access Controls
- CompTIA Security+
- Firewall
- Network Security
- Physical Security
- Risk Management
- Security Policies
- Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Wireless Security
BSIT 320

Computer Server Environments

(3 Credits)
This course focuses on installing, configuring, diagnosing, and troubleshooting servers, including server hardware, general storage, upgrades, maintenance, and disaster recovery. Course topics align with the CompTIA Server+ certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Active Directory
- Backup Devices
- CompTIA Server+
- Data Storage Technologies
- Disaster Recovery
- Proactive Maintenance
- RAID
- Restoration
- System Administration
- Windows Servers
BSIT 340

Cisco Routing Fundamentals

(3 Credits)
This course is the first of two that introduces Cisco routing and configuration concepts. Topics include the basics of installation, operation and troubleshooting small enterprise networks. Topics include network security, routing and switching, simple network configuration, wide area network (WAN) technologies, and wireless networking concepts. Course topics are covered in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Addressing Schemes
- Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT)
- Cisco IOS
- Local Area Networks
- Network Configuration And Change Management
- Network Routing
- Network Security
- Network Switches
- Wide Area Networks
- Wireless Networks
BSIT 341

Cisco Network and Routing Infrastructures

(3 Credits)
This is the second course that covers Internetworking through the study of Cisco routing and switching. Coverage includes installing, configuring, operating, and optimizing networks that use Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wide Area Network protocols, and Cisco network hardware. Course topics align with the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. Prerequisite: BSIT 340
Skills learned in this course include:
- Cisco IOS
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
- Ethernet
- Firewall
- Network Infrastructure
- Network Planning And Design
- Network Protocols
- Network Routing
- Network Switches
- TCP/IP
BSIT 350

Microsoft Networking Fundamentals

(3 Credits)
This course focuses on the skills needed to administer small to medium-sized networks in Microsoft Windows server environments. Issues dealing with network infrastructures, network hardware, protocols and services, security layers, operating system security, network security, and security software will be explored. Course topics align with the Certiport Information Technology Specialist (ITS Networking certification).
Skills learned in this course include:
- Command-Line Interface
- Local Area Networks
- Microsoft Certified Technology Associate
- Microsoft Networking
- Network Infrastructure
- Network Security
- Networking Hardware
- OSI Models
- Windows PowerShell
- Windows Servers
BSIT 380

System Hardening and Network Risk Assessment

(3 Credits)
This course introduces best practices for managing threats to working systems. Threats that weaken systems, vulnerability assessment and management are discussed. Topics include protecting sensitive and private information, cyber incident response, including forensic analysis, security architectures, and troubleshooting tools for system hardening. Course topics align with the CompTIA SySA+ Certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Continuous Monitoring
- Corporate Data Management
- Digital Forensics
- Hardening
- Identity And Access Management
- Incident Response
- IT Security Architecture
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Vulnerability Management
BSIT 400

Cloud Computing and Governance

(3 Credits)
This course introduces cloud computing from a business and technical perspective, including implementing and governing a cloud environment. Topics include: cloud architecture and design, securing a network cloud environment, compliance controls, deploying cloud networking solutions, performing cloud migrations, optimizing and maintaining efficient operation of a cloud environment disaster recovery tasks, troubleshooting and other performance issues. Course topics align with the CompTIA certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Application Performance Management
- Cloud Computing
- Cloud Computing Security
- Cloud Storage
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Governance
- Scalability
- Service Improvement Planning
- Service Strategy
- Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
BSIT 420

Microsoft Operating System Management

(3 Credits)
This course provides a foundation for managing and maintaining the most current version of the Microsoft Windows Operating System. Issues dealing with operating system configurations, installing and upgrading client systems, managing files and folders, managing devices, operating system maintenance, server roles, active directory, storage, server performance management, and server maintenance will be addressed. Course topics align with the Microsoft Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (MD-100) certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Backup Devices
- Desktop Support
- File Systems
- Microsoft Certified Technology Associate
- Microsoft Windows
- Operating Systems
- System Administration
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- User Account Control
- Windows PowerShell
BSIT 433

Information Technology Project Management

(3 Credits)

This course provides students with an introduction to project management as it relates to Information Technology. Students develop formal project plans based on actual problems. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge areas of project management. Team-based and discovery-based learning methods are stressed. Where applicable, course topics align with the CompTIA Project+ certification.
BSIT 450

Microsoft Security Management

(3 Credits)
This course provides a foundation for managing security of accounts and resources, monitoring server performance, and safeguarding data in a Windows Server environment. Topics include network infrastructures, network hardware, protocols and services, security layers, operating system security, network security, and security software. Course topics align with the Certiport Information Technology Specialist (ITS) certification.
Skills learned in this course include:
- Access Controls
- Directory Service
- Microsoft Certified Technology Associate
- Microsoft Security Essentials
- Network Administration
- Network Security
- Operating Systems
- Security Policies
- Security Software
- Windows Servers
BSIT 499

Certification Component

(3 Credits)

This course provides a monitored structure for study which can be used to apply knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program toward the completion of an approved vendor certification. Students must submit a proposal for certification, including objectives, to the faculty sponsor prior to the start of the semester. A plan for completion of the approved certification and documentation for attainment of the objectives will be developed in conjunction with the faculty sponsor. Prerequisite: The Certification Component should be taken after completing a minimum of 18 credit hours of the required major courses.