Bachelor of Science Information Technology Proposed Program California State University Channel Islands April 29, 2004

BSIT – Motivation 1 Information Technology: remains hot! IT Employees need a blend of skills: Networks Web Technology Project Management Databases Computer Programming Writing/Communications

BSIT – Motivation 2 Have: –Two Year Degrees in Technology Areas: Moorpark College: –A.A. in Computer Network Systems Engineering Santa Barbara City College: –A. A. in Computer Information Systems etc. Need: –Four Year Degree Path

Comparison: MIS, IT, CS

BSIT Program Overview

Core Courses

Mathematics and Science

GE Requirements

Capstone Project

Technical Electives

Area Concentrations

Summary:

CSUCI BSIT Schedule Spring 2004: –Developed Course Content and Program Structure. –Coordinated with Business, Math, Art. –Coordinated with Industry representatives. –Submitted “Short Form” to Curriculum Committee (waiting for approval) Currently Here –Submit to Faculty Senate for approval. Summer 2004: –Modify/Refine Course Content. –Begin “Course Proposals” of each new course. Fall 2004: –Finish Course Proposals. –Submit “Long Form” to CSU Chancellor’s Office. –Prepare Advertising. Spring 2005: –Begin Program. –Continue Advertising.

Contacts William J. Wolfe, Associate Professor of Computer Science, CSUCI. Ivona Grzegorczyk, Professor of Mathematics, CSUCI. Peter D. Smith, Professor of Computer Science, CSUCI. Gary Berg, Director of Extended Studies, CSUCI. Sharlene Katz, Professor of Electrical Engineering, CSUN. Kathleen Alfano, Director of NSF Regional Center CREATE, COC