AS - Computer Information Technology
The Associate of Science degree with a major in Computer Information Technology is designed to provide the graduate with a foundation for success at an entry-level position in the information technology field and provides 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 college or university that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education (USDoE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) 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 60 semester hours.
- Completion of the core requirements with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
- Completion of 24 hours of general education requirements as specified (General Education Requirements).
- Payment of all tuition and fees is required in order to receive a diploma.
Computer Information Technology - Program of Study
AS - Foundational Courses
| GEN-111 | Foundations of Lifelong Learning | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
Core Courses
| BUS-150 | Personal Finance | 3 |
| BIS-225 | Software Tools | 3 |
| CIT-112 | Computer Information Technology | 3 |
| BUS-105 | Introduction to American Business | 3 |
| CIT-140 | Operating Systems Concepts | 3 |
| CIT-120 | Introduction to Programming Concepts | 3 |
| CIT-262 | Network Communications | 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: | 33 |
