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Jan 12, 2026
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January 2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology in Data Analytics (International Students Only)
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Program Description
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology in Data Analytics program prepares students with the technical skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the rapidly evolving field of technology. This program provides a comprehensive foundation in operating systems, network administration, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and data management. Through access to state-of-the-art technology labs and cutting-edge tools, students will have hands-on experience in designing, implementing and troubleshooting information system solutions. This program’s emphasis on data analytics combines a solid foundation in information technology with specialized coursework in data analytics, preparing graduates to turn complex data into actionable insights.
Coursework in this program provides a foundation for select industry certifications. These certifications enhance employment opportunities but are not a state specific requirement.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Design secure information systems solutions for physical and virtual environments based on business requirements.
- Apply ethical and professional standards in IT practices, ensuring responsible and sustainable use of technology.
- Plan technology projects, utilizing best practices in project management methodologies.
- Use information systems for the collection, organization, and delivery of data.
- Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to analyze large datasets, identify patterns and trends, and generate actionable insights to support data-driven decision-making.
- Communicate technical information and collaborate with diverse teams to achieve common goals in IT projects.
- Develop artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) approaches to create workplace efficiency and accuracy.
Program Content
A minimum of 120.00 semester credit hours is required for graduation.
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Required Courses in Information Technology
All courses, 67.00 semester credit hours, are required. Open Elective Courses
A minimum of 12.00 semester credit hours is required. Eligible students can take approved dual credit graduate level courses to complete a portion of the open electives requirement. Dual Credit Courses
Eligible students can replace up to 12.00 semester credit hours of the core program requirements with approved dual credit graduate level coursework. A total of 12.00 graduate semester credit hours can be taken throughout the student’s program. | Graduate Program | Applicable Dual Credit Courses | | Master of Science in Computer Science | IT 500 Network Engineering
IT 611 Big Data Analytics
IT 615 Software Engineering Management
IT 621 Advanced AI and Machine Learning (AI/ML) | | Master of Science in Cybersecurity | IT 500 Network Engineering
IT 520 Project Management for Cybersecurity | Required Capstone or Internship
3.00 semester credit hours are required. Required Courses in General Education
Students enrolled in this bachelor’s degree must complete a minimum of 36.00 semester credit hours in general education distributed among the following disciplines. Refer to the General Education section of the catalog for specific information about courses within each discipline. Courses transferred from other accredited colleges may also be used to meet these requirements. Personal and Professional Development Courses
All courses, 2.00 semester credit hours, are required. Distribution of Contact Hours by Course
| Distribution of Contact Hours by Course | | Course | Lecture Hours | Internship Hours | Total Contact Hours | Credits | | DA 408 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | DA 410 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 101 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 105 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 110 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 115 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 204 | 60.00 | 0.00 | 60.00 | 4.00 | | IT 210 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 215 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 220 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 306 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 310 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 316 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 320 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 340 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 346 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 350 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 368 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 411 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 425 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 430 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 450 | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | IT 491 or IT 499 | 45.00 or 0.00 | 0.00 or 135.00 | 45.00 or 135.00 | 3.00 | | PD 121 | 15.00 | 0.00 | 15.00 | 1.00 | | PD 202 | 15.00 | 0.00 | 15.00 | 1.00 | | Electives | 180.00 | 0.00 | 180.00 | 12.00 | | Gen Ed - Communications | 180.00 | 0.00 | 180.00 | 12.00 | | Gen Ed – Humanities | 135.00 | 0.00 | 135.00 | 9.00 | | Gen Ed – Mathematics | 90.00 | 0.00 | 90.00 | 6.00 | | Gen Ed - Science | 45.00 | 0.00 | 45.00 | 3.00 | | Gen Ed – Social and Behavioral Sciences | 90.00 | 0.00 | 90.00 | 6.00 | | Totals with IT 491 Capstone | 1800.00 | 0.00 | 1800.00 | 120.00 | | Totals with IT 499 Internship | 1755.00 | 135.00 | 1890.00 | 120.00 | |
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