AS - Computer Information Technology
The Associate of Science degree with a major in Computer Information Technology program is designed to provide the graduate with a foundation for success at an entry-level position in the Information Technology field or to provide the basis for completion of a Bachelor’s degree. Instructional methods include lectures, seminars, workshop activities, simulation, and physical manipulation of computer equipment.
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of ethical decision-making from a Christian worldview.
- Demonstrate a competency in the application of fundamental Computer Information Technology and business principles.
- Develop foundational business and Computer Information Technology analysis skills.
- Integrate a biblical framework that guides business and personal interactions.
- Demonstrate effective communication of ideas and facts.
- Apply information management skills to business decision-making.
The courses in the program relate theory to practice, but practical knowledge of the computer field is the primary objective of the computer courses in the core. Instructional methods include lectures, seminars, workshop activities, simulations, and physical manipulation of computer equipment. Courses are primarily three credit hours, and each course is a required component of the program (core) and should be taken in sequence.
This program provides a fundamental basis for students desiring to continue their education at IWU to complete a bachelor's degree in this discipline. The courses contained in this associate program will satisfy 24 hours out of the 30 general education hours required at the bachelor level and will also apply toward the 120 hour degree requirement.
The curriculum will be completed in the order established by Indiana Wesleyan University. Indiana Wesleyan University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary.
Admission Requirements
The admission requirements for the associate degree programs offered through the College of Adult and Professional Studies are as follows:
- Proof of standard high school diploma or GED certification.
- Submission of all required items for the admissions process as outlined in the "application procedures" section of the application packet.
Transfer Credit Policy
Transfer credit for core curriculum requirements for undergraduate programs within the DeVoe School of Business may be granted as follows:
- Credit must have been earned at a regionally accredited college or university or an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education with a minimum grade of "C."
- Courses must be approved by the DeVoe School of Business.
- Associate programs offered through the College of Adult and Professional Studies require a minimum of 15 credit hours of courses in the academic major to be taken at Indiana Wesleyan University.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate with an associate degree with a major in Computer Information Technology from the College of Adult and Professional Studies at Indiana Wesleyan University, the following requirements must be met:
- Completion of the core requirements.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
- A minimum grade of “C” must be achieved in ENG-140 and ENG-141. Failure to achieve a “C” in any of these courses will require repeating the course until a “C” is achieved. (The “repeated courses” policy as found in the Academic Information section does not apply in this case.)
- Payment of all tuition and fees is required in order to receive a diploma.
Computer Information Technology - Program of Study
Core Courses
ENG-140 and ENG-141 must be passed with "C" or higher.
| GEN-111 | Foundations of Lifelong Learning | 3 |
| BUS-150 | Personal Finance | 3 |
| BIS-225 | Software Tools | 3 |
| ENG-140 | College Writing | 3 |
| CIT-112 | Computer Information Technology | 3 |
| COM-115 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 |
| ENG-141 | Research and Writing | 3 |
| MAT-118 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3 |
| BUS-105 | Introduction to American Business | 3 |
| BIL-102 | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| CIT-140 | Operating Systems Concepts | 3 |
| HST-102 | American History II | 3 |
| CIT-120 | Introduction to Programming Concepts | 3 |
| CIT-262 | Network Communications | 3 |
| PHY-101 | Physical Science of Everyday Phenomena | 3 |
| PSY-150 | General Psychology | 3 |
| CIT-260 | Database Concepts | 3 |
| CIT-270 | Basic Web Design and Development | 3 |
| CIT-272 | Hardware and Software Troubleshooting | 3 |
| CIT-280 | Project Management and Integration - Capstone | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 60 |
