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Bachelor of Science - Columbus State University

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Academics

Bachelor of Science

Program Description

The WebBSIT program is designed for people seeking a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, but whose lifestyles make it difficult to attend traditional classes on campus. People like you who: have family commitments, travel frequently, serve in the military, or simply prefer online learning NOW have the opportunity to earn your degree from one of 5 institutions accredited through the State of Georgia Board of Regents. Are YOU one of these people? If so, the WebBSIT program may be a PERFECT fit for you.

The B.S. Information Technology (BSIT) program provides students with a combination of knowledge, hands–on experience, and application of theory to support their employment in the field of Information Technology. The curriculum emphasizes quantitative and communication skills as well as providing a basic foundation in understanding the business process and the role of Information Technology in supporting that process.  Graduates will be able to design and implement solutions that support the computing and information technology needs of small/medium/large businesses.

Career Opportunities

Business/Systems Analysts, Database Administrators, Network Manager, Network & Security Specialists

Admission Requirements

There are no program specific admission requirements.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates in the BS in Information Technology (BSIT) program will:

  • be able to apply fundamental systems analysis, project management, and end user support concepts to address real–world business problems
  • be able to apply analytical and critical thinking skills to develop creative solutions to these problems
  • be able apply professional and interpersonal skills to communicate these solutions to both coworkers and management
  • understand how the software solution functions as a part of the overall business solution to the problem at hand
  • participate in the development and testing of the software designed as a part of this business solution

Additional Program Requirements

Students must earn a C or better in all WBIT, CPSC and MISM courses in Areas F, G, and H.

Program of Study

Area A Essential Skills Required Hours: 9
ENGL 1101 (with a grade of "C" or better)
ENGL 1102 (with a grade of "C" or better)
MATH 1111

Area B Institutional Options Required Hours: 4
COMM 1110
Select one of the following courses:

ITDS 1125
ITDS 1779
ITDS 2726
ITDS 2727
ITDS 2735
ITDS 2746
ITDS 2748
ITDS 2749
ITDS 2755

OR
Select one of the following courses:

EURO 2105
INTS 2105
LEAD 1705
LIBR 1105
POLS 2401
HIST 1111
HIST 1112

Foreign Language 1001, 1002, 2001, or 2002
Any Area C-E course with a study abroad component.

Note: the two extra hours may be used as electives.

Area C Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics Required Hours: 6
Select one of the following humanities courses:

ENGL 2111
ENGL 2112
ITDS 1145*
ITDS 1155
ITDS 2125
PHIL 2010

Select one of the following fine arts courses:

ARTH 1100
ITDS 1145*
MUSC 1100
THEA 1100
ARTH 2125
ARTH 2126

*ITDS 1145, though listed under both humanities and fine arts, may be taken only once.


Area D Science/Math/Technology Required Hours: 11
Select two lab science courses from below:

ASTR 1105/1305
ATSC 1112/1112L
BIOL 1215K
BIOL 1225K
CHEM 1151/1151L
CHEM 1152/1152L
CHEM 1211/1211L
CHEM 1212/1212L
GEOL 1121/1121L
GEOL 1122/1322
GEOL 2225
PHYS 1111/1311
PHYS 1112/1312
PHYS 1125/1325
PHYS 2211/2311
PHYS 2212/2312

Take the following:
MATH 1113

Area E Social Sciences Required Hours: 12
Select one course from the following two courses:
HIST 2111
HIST 2112
Take the following course:
POLS 1101
Select one behavioral science course from the following courses:

ECON 2105
ECON 2106
PHIL 2030
PSYC 1101
SOCI 1101

Select one world cultures course from the following courses:

ANTH 1105
ANTH 1107
ANTH 2105
ANTH 2136
ENGL 2136
GEOG 1101
HIST 1111
HIST 1112
INTS 2105
ITDS 1156

Wellness Requirement Required Hours: 3

PHED 1205
Select any one PEDS course.

Area F Courses Related to Major Required Hours: 18
A grade of "C" or better is required in each WBIT course.

STAT 1401 Elementary Statistics
WBIT 1100 Intro to Information Technology
WBIT 1310 Programming and Problem Solving I
WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and IT
WBIT 2300 Discrete Math for IT
WBIT 2311 Programming and Problem Solving II


Area G Required Core Courses Required Hours: 42
A grade of "C" or better is required in each WBIT course.

WBIT 3010 Technical Communication
WBIT 3110 Systems Analysis and Design
WBIT 3111 Information Technology Project Management
WBIT 3200 Database Design,Development and Deployment
WBIT 3400 Introduction to Digital Media
WBIT 3410 Web Applications Development
WBIT 3500 Architecture and Operating Systems
WBIT 3510 Data Communications and Networks
WBIT 3600 Introduction to E-Commerce
WBIT 4020 Professional Practices and Ethics
WBIT 4030 Senior Project
WBIT 4112 Systems Acquisition,Integration and Implementation
WBIT 4120 Human-Computer Interaction
WBIT 4520 Information Assurance and Security


Area H Program Electives Required Hours: 9

A grade of "C" or better is required in each WBIT course.

WBIT 4601 Customer Relationship Management
WBIT 4602 IT Seminar
WBIT 4610 IT Policy and Law

Area I General Electives Required Hours: 9

Total Hours Required: 123

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