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Fall 2012 WebBSIT Student Guide

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Fall 2012

WebBSIT Student Guide

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Dear WebBSIT Student,

Just as the leaves will change color during the Fall so will your WebBSIT

Program go through a lot of changes. We will have a new Learning

Management System (D2L), unveil a new website, and implement various

new processes. All in an effort to make this a more student centered

program. Further, we are entering into many partnerships which will make

our program even more notable and increase the value of your degree.

Along with the sentiment of the WebBSIT faculty, I welcome you to a

great semester! We are honored to help you achieve your goal of a

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

Your WebBSIT Department Chair, adviser and I want to learn about your

program progression, concerns, and highlights. I am always available to

respond so contact me about anything via email or telephone. I look

forward to having a great semester with you.

Sincerely,

Angela Leverett

Executive Director for WebBSIT Program

[email protected]

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Topic Page Number

Letter from Your University 4-18

Course Offering 19

Important Dates 20

Advisor Directory 21

Textbook Information 22-23

Semester Checklist 24-25

Graduating Students 26

Textbook Information 27

Advisement Process 28

Registration Process 29

Prepare Your Computer 30-31

Course Maintenance Schedule 32

Georgia On MyLine (GOML) 33-34

First Day of Class List 35

Course Evaluations 36

Classroom Etiquette 37

Course Rotation 38-39

Course Information 40-56

Program Policies 57

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Only for AASU Students

Hello to all AASU WebBSIT students:

If you do not already know your username for logging into WebBSIT Course Website (now called Georgia On My Line or GOML) it can be found at https://cove.armstrong.edu/lookup_id.php. Fill in the information that is required and to view your Student ID number, your Pirates’ Cove username and your Pirates’ VIEW Vista username. The Pirates’ VIEW Vista username is part of the login to GOML WebBSIT courses followed

by “@aasu”. Your complete user login for WebBSIT courses will be your username@aasu

(for example, cramos1@aasu).

Your initial password should be either your current SHIP pin or your 6-digit date of birth

(mmddyy). You can change your password after logging into GOML. Once you log in,

there is a link in the top right hand corner called My Settings. Click on this link and select

Change Password.

HOW TO ACCESS YOUR COURSE

Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page (optional but recommended). Put in your GOML WebBSIT login username and password as described above. Click

OK.

Change your password (optional but it is recommended).

If you have any questions, please contact the Helpdesk at 912-344-2518 or by e-mail at

[email protected]. I will be get back to you as soon as I can. If you contact

the IT Services Helpdesk and you have not heard back from me in 24 hours, please call

again with a message that this is an URGENT matter.

Thank you and have a great semester,

Annette Ramos

VISTA Administrator

Armstrong Atlantic State University

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Only for CLSU Students

Dear Clayton State University WebBSIT Student, The following will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already know your login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please re-member your courses will automatically appear on the first day of class. FIND YOUR USERNAME AND PASSWORD

Usernames Your username will be the same username that you use to access the SWAN (https://swan.clayton.edu/cp/home/displaylogin) portal followed by “@clsu” Example: If your SWAN username is jdoe, then your username will be jdoe@clsu. This should not be mistaken for an email address. This is not an email address. Even if you are a returning student who was previously issued a username in the old format, your username is now your SWAN username + @clsu. If you do not know your SWAN username, follow the instructions on the SWAN login page for looking up your SWAN username.

Passwords Your password will be whatever your Banner Self-Service PIN was, (better known as “the DUCK”), at the time that you registered for your first course. When you first logged into the SWAN, you were prompted to change your DUCK PIN. If you don’t remember the PIN, then select the DUCK PIN that was in effect at https://duck.clayton.edu/pls/banprod/wgoml.show_id_form) when you first registered for a course. This should be you GaView password unless you have changed it within GaView. If you cannot login, contact the Hub Helpdesk at (678) 466-4357 (HELP) and ask for a password reset.

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HOW TO ACCESS YOUR COURSE

Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student

Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page (optional but

recommended).

Put in your GOML WebBSIT login username and password as described above. Click

OK.

Change your password (optional but it is recommended).

If you cannot login, contact the Hub Helpdesk at (678) 466-4357 (HELP) and ask for a password reset. If you are unable to reach the Hub Helpdesk, contact the 24hr Online Support Center at 1-866-588-5293 or http://help8.view.usg.edu. When you ask for a password reset it is IMPORTANT that you identify yourself as an WebBSIT student trying to login to https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/

Don't forget about the library services at CSU. Don't forget about the library services at CSU. Online students receive special library support services such as individualized research consultation by phone, fax, e-mail or in person, and direct delivery of articles and books from the CSU Library for online students who cannot reasonably access an adequate library in their area. You can also receive assistance with connecting to online databases available through GALILEO, the statewide virtual library. Each semester that you are an eCore student, you will be provided a password to access GALILEO. If you need any assistance or additional information about library services at CSU, please contact Katherine Ott, the Head of Access and Information Services: [email protected] or (678) 466-4325.

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Only for COL Students

Dear Columbus State University WebBSIT Student, The following will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already know your login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please remember your courses will automatically appear on the first day of class. Step #1: Log into your COL CougarNet E-mail Account Your CougarNet e-mail address is the official means of communication from CSU faculty and staff, and your address will serve as your username for other GOML systems. Your CougarNet e-mail address was included in your Quick Admit Approval E-mail. In some cases your advisor may have already sent an e-mail to your CougarNet account, but if not, you need to initiate contact with your advisor using this account. To access CougarNet:

Visit the COL homepage http://www.columbusstate.edu/ and select the CougarNet link in the upper right section of the screen. To log into the CougarNet system for the first time, enter your username and PIN which is your 6-digit birth date using 2-digit year (MMDDYY). You should change your PIN to a password you can remember upon your first system log in.

**Trouble logging into or accessing your CougarNet E-mail Account? Go to our Portal Login Information (http://www.columbusstate.edu/portal/helppage.php) page, UITS Helpdesk (University Information Technology Services) 706-507-8199 or e-mail [email protected].

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Step #2: Make note of your COL Student Identification Number All GOML students who declare CSU as their home institution are issued a CSU Student ID or “909 Number”. This number serves in place of your Social Security Number, must be used in communications with CSU faculty and staff. You can find this number at the top of your Quick Admit Approval E-mail. To look up your Student ID: Visit https://isis.columbusstate.edu/csuid/ Enter and submit the requested information, and your Student ID number will be provided. Make a note of this number and commit it to memory. ** Trouble obtaining your ID Number? If you have problems with your ‘909’ Student ID Number please contact the UITS helpdesk @ 706-507-8199, Enrollment Services @ 706-507-8800 or email Columbus State University at [email protected]. Step #3: Accessing the E-Classroom The GOML online courses use the GeorgiaVIEW WebCT Vista System (also known as WebCT or WebCT Vista). You will be able to log into your classes on the first day of class (see GOML Academic Term Calendar). Please note: the GeorgiaVIEW WebCT System for GOML programs can only be accessed using the link below. This system will serve as the hub for your GOML courses. Here you will attend class, correspond with your classmates and professors, check your grades and much more. To log into your online courses:

Access the system at https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/ Log into the system using:

Username: CougarNet login name with @csu appended on: lastname_firstname@csu (Some login names are followed by digits - If you are not sure you can look yours up: https://isis.columbusstate.edu/csuid/) Your CougarNet login name is the first part of your CSU e-mail. Please be aware that your username for GOML is NOT your CSU e-mail address.

Password: CougarNet password at the time you registered for classes. If your password does not work, contact the IT Help Desk The log-in information for the GOML Registration System & the GeorgiaVIEW system is

the same; however, these are separate systems. You will need to use your Birthday

Password on your first log in, into each system.

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Step #4: Contact your Academic Adviser Your academic advisor will serve your adviser for the duration of your time as a COL-GOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your registration hold lifted. In some cases, when you log into the CougarNet e-mail system for the first time, you may have an e-mail waiting on you from your advisor. If not, you should contact your advisor by phone or using your CougarNet e-mail. Your advisor for the WebBSIT program will be Dr. Wayne Summers ([email protected]). Step #5: Register for classes All GOML classes will be listed in the regular COL course schedule regardless of teaching institution. Check the Important Dates link in the left hand column to see the dates of registration for GOML classes.

Login to your CourgarNet account and click on the enrollment services tab. Click on Drop/Add/Withdraw under the Registration Column.

If you have already found your classes by using the course schedule, enter the CRN in the boxes at the bottom of the page and click submit. If not, click on "search for classes" select search options. Select your course by clicking the box. Click submit at the bottom of the screen **Keep in mind the section capacity available is split between several different institutions. For example: If there are 30 seats available for WBIT 1100, only 15 seats will show as available, because the other 15 seats will show as being available to another school. **Having trouble with registration? Contact Sunae Euell at [email protected] or 706-507-8836.

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Step #6: Pay your fees Since COL is your home institution, you will pay for your GOML courses through CougarNet. Once logged into CougarNet, click on the Enrollment Services Tab and look under Tuition & Fees to view your information and pay online. Please allow 2 to 5 business days after you complete your GOML Course Registration for your course schedule and tuition due, to reflect in CougarNet. If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at http://finaid.columbusstate.edu/ or call 706-507-8898. If you already applied for Financial Aid, you can look in CougarNet under the Enrollment Services Tab at the Financial Aid section. Students are responsible for ensuring financial aid coverage or making payment arrangements with the COL Student Accounts Office. Fee payment deadline for GOML classes is the day registration closes for any term, see important dates. Students whose fees are not paid or for whom arrangements have not been made by the fee payment deadline will be dropped from classes. Call 706-507-8897 for Student Accounts. **Trouble paying your fees or notice a problem with the fees assessed? Contact Student Accounts 706-507-8897. Step #7: Need Help If you encounter technical problems- HelpDesk Resources (http://academics.columbusstate.edu/goml/help.php) are available for your needs!

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Only for GSU Students

Dear Georgia Southern University WebBSIT Student, The following will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already know your login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please remember your courses will automatically appear on the first day of class. Step #1: How to Access your Log in Information

Login to My.GeorgiaSouthern (https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/)

Click on “Personal Settings” located in the My Services area

Click on the “GeorgiaOnMyLine / WBSIT Vista Login Information” to retrieve your

username and password

** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSU helpdesk at 912-478-5429 or http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/its/stuservices.php.

Step 2: How to Access your WBSIT Vista Courses

Login to My.GeorgiaSouthern (https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/)

From the My.GeorgiaSouthern home page – Click on “GeorgiaOnMyLine / WBSIT

(Online Course Tools)” – you are then taken to the GOML Vista Log in screen

Enter your log in credentials that you found in the above process and you will be

taken to your course listing

** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSU helpdesk at 912-478-5429 or http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/its/stuservices.php.

NOTE: Your Georgia Southern email address will not change.

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Step #3: Contact your Academic Adviser Your academic advisor will serve your adviser for the duration of your time as a GSU-GOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your registration hold lifted. Your advisor for the WebBSIT program will be Joshua Williams ([email protected]) and Dr. Art Gowan ([email protected]). Step #4: Register for classes All GOML classes will be listed in the regular GSU course schedule regardless of teaching institution. Check the Important Dates link in the left hand column to see the dates of registration for GOML classes. Login to your My.GeorgiaSouthern account and click on the enrollment services tab.

Select the WINGS link Click on Student Records Drop/Add/Withdraw under the Registration link.

**Keep in mind the section capacity available is split between several different institutions. For example: If there are 30 seats available for WBIT 1100, only 15 seats will show as available, because the other 15 seats will show as being used by another school. Step #5: Pay your fees Since GSU is your home institution, you will pay for your GOML courses through My.GeorgiaSouthern. Once logged into WINGS , click on the Registration Invoice and Web Payment link and to view your information and pay online. Please allow 2 to 5 business days after you complete your GOML Course Registration for your course schedule and tuition due, to reflect in WINGS. If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at http://students.georgiasouthern.edu/finaid/ or call (912) 478-5413. **Trouble paying your fees or notice a problem with the fees assessed? Contact Student Accounts 912-478-0999. Step #6: Need Help If you encounter technical problems GSU helpdesk at 912-478-5429 or http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/its/stuservices.php.

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Only for GSW Students

Dear Georgia Southwestern University WebBSIT Student, This information will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already have a login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please remember your courses will automatically appear on the first day of class. Step #1: How to Access your Log in Information

Access the Self Service Account Information at the following website:

http://gsw.edu/~gaview/

View the various links on the left hand side to learn more about GeorgiaView or

Georgia On My Line (GOML)

Your username is the first part of your RADAR e-mail address (everything before the

@ sign)

If you do not know your RADAR e-mail address, please go to the campus directory

(http://gsw.edu/search/directories.htm ) and search the student directory using your

last name

Your password is initially the same as last 6 digits of your RAIN PIN number

If you change your password, it should be not fewer than six characters

** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSW GeorgiaView helpdesk at [email protected] or Krista Smith at [email protected].

Step 2: How to Access your WBSIT Vista Courses

Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page (optional but recommended).

Put in your GOML WebBSIT login username and password as described above. Click

OK.

Change your password (optional but it is recommended).

** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSW GeorgiaView helpdesk at [email protected] or Krista Smith at [email protected].

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Step #3: Contact your Academic Adviser

Your academic advisor will serve as your advisor for the duration of your time as a GSW-GOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your registration hold lifted. Your adviser for the WebBSIT program will be Dr. Simeon Baev ([email protected]). Step #4: Register for classes All GOML classes will be listed in the regular GSW course schedule regardless of teaching institution. Check the Important Dates link in the left hand column to see the dates of registration for GOML classes. Access the RAIN Student Self portal at the following website: https://rain.gsw.edu/

You will need the course reference number (CRN) in order to register for class(es). CRNs can be found on the class schedule. Log into the secured site of RAIN. Click on "Student Services". Click on "Registration". At the registration menu, click on "Add/Drop Classes". Select the specific term and click on "Submit". To add a class: enter the CRNs. To drop a class: change the action drop down box from "None" to "Drop Web". Click on "Submit Changes". Review the Current Schedule for accuracy.

**Keep in mind the section capacity available is split between several different institutions. For example: If there are 30 seats available for WBIT 1100, only 15 seats will show as available, because the other 15 seats will show for another school.

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Step #5: Pay your fees Since GSW is your home institution, you will pay for your GOML courses through http://gsw.edu/services/Student_Accounts/paymentinformation.shtml. Then select the Pay Student Fees button. Please allow 2 to 5 business days to reflect payment. If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at http://gsw.edu/~finaid/ or email [email protected]

Step #6: Need Help If you encounter technical problems

GSW GeorgiaView helpdesk at [email protected] or Krista Smith at [email protected]. Or if need be, contact the 24hr Online Support Center at 1-866-588-5293 or http://help8.view.usg.edu. When you ask for a password reset it is IMPORTANT that you identify yourself as an WebBSIT student trying to login to https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/

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Only for SPSU Students

Dear Southern Polytechnic State University WebBSIT Student, This information will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already have a login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Otherwise, follow steps below to obtain your login. Please remember your courses will automatically appear on the first day of class. Step #1: How to Access your Log in Information

Access the Self Service Account Information at the following website:

http://www.spsu.edu/vista/

View the various links on the page to learn more about the system

Select the Student Support link

Select the Logging In link

You will use your SPSU email username (everything before the @ symbol in your

email) for your username

Your email password as your password for GeorgiaVIEW Vista 8.

If you do not know your email information, view the following website:

http://www.spsu.edu/itdivision/help/email.htm

** Trouble obtaining your information please contact Brichaya Shah at [email protected] or 678-915-3166.

Step 2: How to Access your WBSIT Vista Courses Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT

Student Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page

(optional but recommended).

Put in your GOML WebBSIT login username and password as described above. Click

OK.

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Step #3: Contact your Academic Adviser

Your academic advisor will serve as your adviser for the duration of your time as a SPSU-GOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your registration hold lifted. Your advisor for the WebBSIT program will be Susan VandeVen ([email protected]) or you can receive assistance from Marilee McClure ([email protected]). Step #4: Register for classes All GOML classes will be listed in the regular SPSU course schedule regardless of teaching institution. Check the Important Dates link in the left hand column to see the dates of registration for GOML classes.

Access the Banner Web portal at the following website: https://banweb.spsu.edu/pls/PROD/twbkwbis.P_WWWLogin Enter your login Register for your desired courses

**Keep in mind the section capacity available is split between several different institutions. For example: If there are 30 seats available for WBIT 1100, only 15 seats will show as available, because the other 15 seats will show for another school.

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Step #5: Pay your fees Since SPSU is your home institution, you will pay for courses through the Banner Web portal at the following website: https://banweb.spsu.edu/pls/PROD/twbkwbis.P_WWWLogin.

From the Main Menu Screen, click on Student Services and Financial Aid Click on the Student Records link Click on Account Summary by Term link

If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at

http://www.spsu.edu/finaid/

Step #6: Need Help If you encounter technical problems contact:

Brichaya Shah at [email protected] or 678-915-3166. If need be, contact the 24hr Online Support Center at 1-866-588-5293 or http://help8.view.usg.edu. When you ask for a password reset it is IMPORTANT that you identify yourself as an WebBSIT student trying to login to https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/ View the SPSU student orientation at: http://orientation.spsu.edu/onlineresourceguide/

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Fall 2012 Course Offering

Subject Number Title Instructor

WBIT 1100 Introduction to Information Technology Larry Booth

WBIT 1310 Programming & Problem Solving I Kamfui Lau

WBIT 1310 Programming & Problem Solving I Simon Baev

WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and IT Cheryl Garvin

WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and IT Aurelia Smith

WBIT 2300 Discrete Math for IT Chris McCarthy

WBIT 3010 Technical Communication Anish Dave

WBIT 3110 Systems Analysis and Design Frank Katz

WBIT 3400 Introduction to Digital Media Chris McCarthy

WBIT 3410 Web Application Development William Murphy

WBIT 3500 Architecture and Operating Systems Angkul Kongmunvattana

WBIT 4020 Professional Practice and Ethics Karen Cook

WBIT 4030 Senior Project and Portfolio Sandra Jones

WBIT 4120 Human Computer Interaction Sandra Jones

WBIT 4520 Information Assurance and Security Bhagyavati

WBIT 4601 Customer Relationship Management John VandeVen

Subject Number Email Address

WBIT 1100 [email protected]

WBIT 1310 [email protected]

WBIT 1310 [email protected]

WBIT 2000 [email protected]

WBIT 2000 [email protected]

WBIT 2300 [email protected]

WBIT 3010 [email protected]

WBIT 3110 [email protected]

WBIT 3400 [email protected]

WBIT 3410 [email protected]

WBIT 3500 [email protected]

WBIT 4020 [email protected]

WBIT 4030 [email protected]

WBIT 4120 [email protected]

WBIT 4520 [email protected]

WBIT 4601 [email protected]

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The University and WebBSIT Calendar will be different.

Your course is not accessible through your school’s website.

Login to your courses at: https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/

Your class link will appear on the first day of class.

You must complete the Attendance Verification form by the end of the first day of class.

Classes Begin/End August 20 - November 30, 2012

Drop/Add Varies by Institution

Attendance Verification Due

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e68la0lth5mey8os/start

August 30, 2012

Deadline to Signup for Proctored Midterms

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e68lbp1lh5mf5e92/start

September 17, 2012

Midterm Exam Period Oct. 2-6, 2012

Withdrawal Period Varies by Institution

Deadline to Signup for Proctored Finals

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e68lbpkah5mfcqod/start

November 14, 2012

Final Exam Period December 1-December 4, 2012

Course and Instructor Evaluation

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/

a07e65zslfkh4tzaysx/start

Closes on December 4, 2012

Final Grade shown within your course December 10, 2012

Fall 2012 Important Dates

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First Name Last Name E-mail Title Institution

Kam Lau [email protected] Advisor AASU

Wayne Summers [email protected] Department Chair COL

Christopher Whitehead [email protected] Advisor COL

Byron Jeff [email protected] Department Chair CLSU

Larry Booth [email protected] Advisor CLSU

Art Gowan [email protected] Department Chair GSU

Joshua Williams [email protected] Advisor GSU

Simon Baev [email protected] Advisor GSW

Ju An Wang [email protected] Department Chair SPSU

Susan VandeVen [email protected] Advisor SPSU

Angela Leverett [email protected] Executive Director WebBSIT

Legend

Acronym Institution Name

AASU Armstrong Atlantic State University

CLSU Clayton State University

COL Columbus State University

GSU Georgia Southern University

GSW Georgia Southwestern University

SPSU Southern Polytechnic State University

WebBSIT Advisers

All WebBSIT students have an adviser from their enrolled university. Your adviser is available by

email or appointment to answer questions, assist with course registration, or provide degree

requirement information. Response time is typically the same day so do not hesitate in reaching

out during the semester.

It is to your advantage to contact your adviser at least once a semester who knows the university

policies and can assist you with accessing university resources, such as the library and career

services offices. So take the lead in developing an on-going relationship with your adviser.

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Fall 2012 Textbook Information

On the first day of class, read the syllabus to confirm you have purchased the correct

textbook. Your textbook can be purchased from any book retailer. We suggest your

university bookstore or WebBSIT virtual bookstore for ease in purchase and return of your

textbook.

In order to keep you abreast of new technological advancements we do our best to present

a current textbook which makes you more marketable.

WBIT 1310 Introduction to Java Programming, Comprehensive

Author: Liang, Y. Daniel

Edition: 8TH 11

ISBN 13: 978-0-13-213080-6

ISBN 10: 0-13-213080-7

MBS Direct SKU #: 977425

WBIT 2300 Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications Author: Rosen, Kenneth H.

Edition: 7TH 11

ISBN 13: 978-0-07-338309-

5

ISBN 10: 0-07-338309-0

WBIT 3110 Modern Systems Analysis and

Design

Author: Hoffer, Jeffrey A. /

Valacich, Joe / George, Joey

Edition: 6TH 11

ISBN 13: 978-0-13-608821-9

ISBN 10: 0-13-608821-X

WBIT 1100 Computer Concepts, Comprehensive With CD Author: Parsons, June Jamrich

Edition: 2012 New Edition

ISBN 13: 978-1-133-90845-6

ISBN 10: 1-133-90845-4

MBS Direct SKU #: 1211257

WBIT 2000 IT Systems Management Author: Schiesser, Rich Edition: 2ND 10

ISBN 13: 978-0-13-702506-0

ISBN 10: 0-13-702506-8

MBS Direct SKU #: 948119

Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.

IMAGE NOT

AVAILABLE

WBIT 3010 Technical Communication Author: Lannon, John M. / Gurak, Laura J. Edition: 12TH 11

ISBN 13: 978-0-205-77964-2

ISBN 10: 0-205-77964-6

MBS Direct SKU #: 1047541

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Fall 2012 Textbook Information

WBIT 4020

Professional Practice and Ethics

Author: Baase, Sara

Edition: 3RD 08 New Edition

ISBN 13: 978-0-13-600848-4

ISBN 10: 0-13-600848-8

MBS Direct SKU #: 823100

Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.

WBIT 3400 Introduction to Digital Media Author: Vaughan, Tay

Edition: 8TH 11

ISBN 13: 978-0-07-174846-9

ISBN 10: 0-07-174846-6

MBS Direct SKU #: 1006359

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Publish-

WBIT 3500 Operating System Concepts

Essentials

Author: Silberschatz, Abraham

Edition: 2011

ISBN 13: 978-0-470-88920-6

ISBN 10: 0-470-88920-9

MBS Direct SKU #: 1063120

WBIT 3410 Web Application Development Author: Sebesta, Robert W.

Edition: 7TH 13

ISBN 13: 978-0-13-266581-0

ISBN 10: 0-13-266581-6

MBS Direct SKU #: 1165756

Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.

WBIT 4520 Information Assurance and Security

Author: Whitman, Michael E. /

Mattord, Herbert J.

Edition: 4TH 12

ISBN 13: 978-1-111-13821-9

ISBN 10: 1-111-13821-4

MBS Direct SKU #: 1037971

WBIT 4120 Human Computer Interaction

Author: Smith-Atakan,

Serengul

Edition: 2006

ISBN 13: 978-1-84480-454-2

ISBN 10: 1-84480-454-2

MBS Direct SKU #: 832954

WBIT 4601 Customer Relationship

Management

Author: Kumar, V. / Reinartz,

Werner

Edition: 2006

ISBN 13: 978-0-471-27133-8

ISBN 10: 0-471-27133-0

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Semester Checklist

1. Before the semester begins, complete the Attendance Verification. This is mandatory

for all students.

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e68la0lth5mey8os/start

2. View the course syllabus to determine if your class will have a proctored midterm exam.

If so, complete the following survey:

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e68lbp1lh5mf5e92/start

3. If your class will have a proctored final exam, complete this survey:

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e68lbpkah5mfcqod/start

4. At the end of the semester, complete the Course and Instructor Evaluation survey

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e65zslfkh4tzaysx/start

5. Use the Galileo to access Library resources to use as references for your paper. Each

semester the password will change. The password might change during Fall Semester. The

Fall Semester Password is: gulf

6. If you miss an exam or assignment, immediately contact your Instructor.

7. If you have any concerns or questions that are not being answered, contact the

Executive Director at [email protected] or 912-478-5473.

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Things to Do

8. Learn your Vista or Georgia On My Line Login, information shown later in this document.

Remember, your course will be available on the first day of class.

9. Obtain your course textbooks, as shown within this document.

10. Verify the course syllabus shows the same textbook as shown in this document.

11. Contact your Financial Aid Department to learn the check distribution date.

12. View your University’s Calendar.

13. View the WebBSIT Academic Calendar as shown in this document. Remember, the

University Calendar can differ from WebBSIT. So add dates to your personal calendar.

14. Learn your University Student ID Number.

15. After obtaining your Vista Login, Access your courses at: https://webbsit.view.usg.edu

Remember, your course will appear on the first day of class.

Access your University website to locate the following:

Library

Information Technology Department website

Career Services Office

Registrar’s Office

Financial Aid Office

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Graduating Students

If you will graduate during this semester, please contact your adviser and view your

University Website for the following:

Request confirmation from your adviser of the number of credit hours remaining to

complete the degree.

Complete the graduation application through the Registrar’s Office.

If you choose not to walk during the ceremony, complete the absentia graduation

form.

Pay the graduation fee

Reserve your cap and gown

Confirm you have no outstanding debts at the university

Confirm the online student information system list your correct address.

Determine the Commencement date and location

Make hotel reservations

Plan your graduation celebration

Contact the Career Services Office

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WebBSIT Virtual Bookstore

http://bookstore.mbsdirect.net/webbsit.htm

University University Bookstore Website

AASU http://www.armstrong.edu/Departments/bookstore/

bookstore_welcome

CLSU http://auxiliaries.clayton.edu/bookstore/

COL

http://www.bkstr.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/

StoreCatalogDisplay?catalogId=10001&langId=-

1&storeId=10449&demoKey=d

GSU http://www.gsustore.com/

GSW http://www.gswbookstore.com/

SPSU http://spsu.bncollege.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/

BNCBHomePage?storeId=51559&catalogId=10001

You can use any textbook retailer to obtain your course books. However, our WebBSIT

Virtual Bookstore will guarantee you receive the correct textbook at a good price. Obtain

used and e-books through this store. If you so desire, at the end of the semester, sell

back your books to the WebBSIT Virtual Bookstore.

OR

Online Textbook Store

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Advisement Process

If a course is closed or an error occurs as you attempt

to register for classes, immediately contact your

adviser, Department Chair or the WebBSIT Executive

Director. We will provide you access into courses.

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Registration Process

Contact your Advisor to learn the registration process for your institution.

Typically, students will register in one of the following manners:

E-mail advisor to request an advisement appointment.

Provide your desired course schedule

Confirm the number of course or credit hours remaining until you

graduate

Your advisor will use the university student registration system

(Banner) to register you into courses

OR

2. You will login to the online student registration system (Banner) to input

your course schedule

You obtain your login from your university website

Typically, it is given a catchy name like MyGeorgiaSouthern, Cougar,

Duck, etc.

You follow the registration directions provided by your university

and/or advisor

If a course is full/closed, try to register again in 5 minutes. If the

course remains closed, contact your advisor.

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PASSWORDS

1. GeorgiaVIEW users at certain institutions must reset their own passwords. For a list of these institutions & password reset instructions, review the article at the link below: http://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8075&task=knowledge&questionID=2463

Vista users at all other GeorgiaVIEW institutions should contact the Online Support Center (OSC) at http://help8.view.usg.edu to have their passwords reset for them.

2. Your institution will provide you with your initial username and password. For security reasons, password resets can ONLY be sent to your campus email account. Contact your campus IT department for information on accessing your campus email account.

AVAILABILITY

3. Most online courses will not be available until the first day of class. If your instructor has told you that your GeorgiaVIEW course will be available sooner, but it doesn’t seem to be, contact your instructor.

4. If you register late, your course will not be available until 1–2 business days after registration. If this time has passed, and you still do not have access to your course, ask your instructor to add you.

TECHNICAL

5. Currently, Firefox is the recommended Windows browser for use with GeorgiaVIEW & Blackboard Vista. Other browsers may develop problems. Download the most recent version of Firefox: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all-older.html

Prepare your Computer

for WebBSIT courses

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6. Your Windows computer cannot have more than ONE version of Java (JRE) installed. Review the Add/Remove Programs Control Panel on your computer and delete all but the most recent version. If your computer does not have Java installed, learn how to download it at the link below: http://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8075&task=knowledge&questionID=2514

7. Do not automatically update your browser or Java during the semester. Open your Java Control Panel and ensure that Check for Updates Automatically is not selected.

COURSE WORK

8. Clear your Browser & Java caches before beginning each Assessment. See the links below for help:

Clearing Browser cachehttp://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8075&task=knowledge&questionID=2481

Clearing Java cache on a Machttp://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8075&task=knowledge&questionID=2512

Clearing Java cache on a PChttp://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=8075&task=knowledge&questionID=2513

9. Compose Assignments using a program such as Microsoft Word, then copy & paste the text, or attach the document to your Assignment. If you attempt to write a lengthy paper within the Assignment Tool your session may time-out and your work will be lost. Lost compositions are NOT recoverable.

HELP

10. See the GeorgiaVIEW OSC website (http://help8.view.usg.edu) for technical assistance with GeorgiaVIEW. Questions on other topics should be directed to your instructor or institution. For additional information

Prepare your Computer

for WebBSIT courses

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Course Maintenance Schedule

Your courses are housed inside of Georgia On MyLine (GOML) or Vista. This system is

maintained by the University System of Georgia Information Technology Division.

There are scheduled dates in which GOML is unavailable as shown in the

maintenance schedule website. You can also refer to the link titled “Maintenance

Schedule” as shown on the right hand side of the page after login.

If an assignment or exam is scheduled on those dates, immediately contact your

professor.

http://www.usg.edu/gaview/support/maint-schedule-summer-2012.phtml

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WebBSIT courses are only available through Georgia On MyLine or Vista at:

https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/

If you are a current student, your current login will give you access to courses. If

you need assistance, view the next page to learn how to contact your university. If

they can not help you, contact the OSC Help Desk (866-588-5293). Make the

following statement, “I am a WebBSIT student who accesses courses through the

following website: https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/. I need my password reset.”

If this is your first semester, you can obtain your login in either of the following

ways:

Through Your University

This should be the first place you look for your login. View the next page to

learn how to contact your university. Also be alert to e-mails going to your

university e-mail account several months before the semester begins which will

provide more information on this process.

2. Contact the OSC Help Desk (866-588-5293)

Make the following statement, “I am a WebBSIT student who accesses courses

through the following website: https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/. I need my

password reset.”

Your class(es) will appear on the first day of class.

3. Contact the Executive Director

Send an e-mail requesting your access to your courses to

([email protected]). Your classes will appear on the first day of class.

Georgia On MyLine (GOML)

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To obtain your login for course access, use the contact information shown below. If a web address is shown, it is best to begin there. Your class link will appear on the first day of class. As a reminder, your course link is not available through your university website. If for some odd reason there is a link for your course, do not use it!

Your course link is only available at: https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/

Georgia On MyLine (GOML)

University E-mail and Web Address Telephone

AASU [email protected]

https://cove.armstrong.edu/lookup_id.php

912-344-2518

COL [email protected]

https://llum01.columbusstate.edu/cp/home/displaylogin

706-507-8199

CLSU [email protected]

https://duck.clayton.edu/pls/banprod/

wgoml.show_id_form

678-466-4357

GSU [email protected]

https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/

912-478-5429

GSW [email protected]

[email protected]

229-931-2969

SPSU [email protected] 678-915-3166

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First Day of Class

We are excited to have you as a WebBSIT student during this semester. You must login

to your course by midnight on the first day of class. Then complete the Attendance

Verification located on the home page of your course. This will signal you attended the

first day of class and any financial aid disbursements should commence.

Do the following on the first day of class:

Obtain your course login into Vista as explained on the previous page

Select your course link. You will notice a hyperlink with your course name

Complete the Attendance Verification link by midnight on the first day of class

Read the Course Email by selecting the email link located on the left side of the

screen

Read the Course Discussion Board by selecting the link located on the left side of the

screen

Read the Course Syllabus as shown on the Home Page

Confirm you have ordered the correct textbook as shown in the Syllabus

Create a list of weekly requirements

View your school’s website for the location of the following:

University Calendar, Course Schedule, Tuition and Fee payment area, library

link, and the online location to view your final grades.

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Course Evaluations

At the end of the semester, each student should complete the course evaluation. This is

your time to provide constructive feedback on your course, instructor, and our

program. We will use this information so please take a few minutes at the end of the

semester to provide your response.

Your course evaluation comments are kept anonymous. Also, the instructor,

department chair and Dean of the College will receive this information after the

semester has come to a close. Typically, it is provided about two or three weeks after

the semester.

So we encourage you to provide honest feedback. We are proud of our program and

the opportunity to help you reach your goal of a Bachelor of Information Technology

degree through online resources.

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Classroom Etiquette

Students in online classes will engage their peers using message boards, requiring

written etiquette, and possibly face-to-face videoconference, requiring spoken

etiquette.

Writing in all capital letters instead of in sentence case represents yelling in a virtual

environment.

Online classes require students to overcome "the lack of non-verbals in

communication." Therefore, it is important that students stay on point and read

their peers' posts before writing their own.

Proper etiquette means treating classmates over the Internet as you would in

person.

Students should read and reread their online discussion posts before hitting "Send”.

Online students, as all students, must practice scholastic honesty.

When writing, keep sentences poignant and brief so that readers do not get lost in

wordy paragraphs and miss the point of the statement.

Language can be easily misinterpreted in written communication. If a point must be

stressed, review the statement to make sure an outsider reading would not be

offended, then post the statement.

Humor and sarcasm may easily be misinterpreted as well, so try to be as matter-of-

fact and professional as possible.

When responding back to your Instructor and fellow students, be conscious of reply

and reply all.

Always properly address your Instructor.

Do not use abbreviations and hyphens in your emails or discussion posting.

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Course Rotation

Course Number and Description Fall Spring Summer Prerequisite

WBIT 1100 Introduction to Information

Technology

X X X None

WBIT 1310 Programming & Problem Solving I X X X A minimum grade of “C” in

WBIT 1100 and in an Area A

mathematics course.

WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and IT X X X Prior or concurrent enrollment

with a minimum grade of “C”

in WBIT 1100.

WBIT 2300 Discrete Math for IT X X X Pre-calculus, Survey of

Calculus, or Finite

Mathematics, or equivalent

with a “C”.

WBIT 2311 Programming and Problem Solving II X X WBIT 1310 & 2300 with a

minimum grade of “C”.

WBIT 3010 Technical Communication X English 1102 with a grade of

“C”.

WBIT 3110 Systems Analysis and Design X X WBIT 1310 & 2000 with a

grade of “C”.

WBIT 3111 Information Technology Project

Management

X WBIT 3110, 3010, and

Statistics with a grade of “C”.

WBIT 3200 Database Design, Development and

Deployment

X X WBIT 2311 (can be taken

concurrently) with a grade of

“C”.

WBIT 3400 Introduction to Digital Media X X WBIT 1100 with a grade of

“C”.

WBIT 3410 Web Application Development X WBIT 1310 with a grade of

“C”.

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Course Rotation

Course Number and Description Fall Spring Summer Prerequisite

WBIT 3500 Architecture and Operating Systems X X WBIT 1310 with a minimum

grade of “C”.

WBIT 3510 Data Communications and Networking X WBIT 3500 with a minimum

grade of “C”.

WBIT 3600 Introduction to E-Commerce X WBIT 3110 & 3410 with a

minimum grade of “C”.

WBIT 4020 Professional Practice and Ethics X X Senior Standing

WBIT 4030 Senior Project and Portfolio X Senior Standing

WBIT 4112 Systems Acquisition, Integration &

Implementation

X WBIT 3110, 3200, & 4520

with a minimum grade of

“C”.

WBIT 4120 Human Computer Interaction X WBIT 2311 & 3400 with a

minimum grade of “C”.

WBIT 4520 Information Assurance and Security X WBIT 3510 (can be taken

concurrently) with a

minimum grade of “C”.

WBIT 4601 Customer Relationship Management X WBIT 3200 & 3600 with a

minimum grade of “C”.

WBIT 4602 Research - IT Strategy, Design &

Development

X WBIT 3111, 3200, 3600 &

4120 with a minimum grade

of “C”.

WBIT 4610 IT Policy and Law X WBIT 3600 with a minimum

grade of “C”.

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WBIT 1100 Introduction to Information Technology

Course Description

This course is an introductory course in information technology. Topics include foundations in hardware, software, data and an overview of the use of information technology in organizations. Students are introduced to structured programming techniques, systems development, database design and networking. Aspects of appropriate business ethics are discussed and interpersonal skills and team building emphasized.

The course assumes students know how to use a computer and are proficient in a variety of applications including word processing, web browsing, and presentation tools and spreadsheets.

Course Outline

Unit 1 - Introduction Unit 2 - The Impact of Information Technology Unit 3 - Components of IT Applications Unit 4 - Computer Networks Unit 5 - Software Engineering Unit 6 - Object-Oriented Design Unit 7 - Databases

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

Define the academic discipline of Information Technology and contrast it with other computing related academic disciplines, such as Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Information Systems;

Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of information technology on individuals, organizations, and society.

Describe the major components of information technology applications: Hardware, computer networks, software, data, processes, and people.

Describe the different components of a computer network.

Demonstrate an understanding of different types of networks.

Define "Software Engineering".

Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of algorithms in the development of IT applications.

Create object-oriented designs for simple applications.

Discuss the role of databases in IT applications.

Demonstrate an understanding of the basic techniques for designing, constructing and manipulating databases, and retrieving data from them.

Conduct a group project to research the impact of Information Technology in a selected area.

Personal Note from your Instructor

“This is a foundational course to Information

Technology. I will provide a practical approach by

positioning you at the high-point of the IT leadership

activity.”

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WBIT 1310 Programming & Problem Solving

Personal Note from your Instructor

“Java was the most appropriate choice for teaching IT

students about programming. The language is modern, yet

mature enough to support many of the concepts students

need to be successful in industry, including Object-

Oriented Programming, collections, and strong support for

network-aware and large-scale applications.”

Course Description

This course helps students to develop basic problem-solving skills using the Java programming language. Students are introduced to fundamentals of Java programming language with emphasis on primitive data types, control structures, methods, arrays, classes, objects, abstraction, inheritance and polymorphism. Students learn basic techniques of good programming style, design, coding, debugging, and documentation. Students are able to create programs to solve basic practical problems.

Course Outline

Data types and variables

Working with Arrays

Conditionals

Methods

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Advanced OOP (which includes inheritance and polymorphism) Course Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to: Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices. Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment. Communicate effectively and efficiently.

Course Learning Objectives : Upon successful completion of this course, students will: have mature knowledge of using an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) to construct Java programs (Course Outcome 1 & 3). 1. Gain a mature level of knowledge in defining and appropriately using Java data types, variables, and

methods (Course Outcome 3). 2. Acquire a mature skill set in utilizing appropriate control structures (Course Outcome 3). 3. Have a developing understanding of the role of Java and its organization (Course Outcome 1). 4. Gain developing knowledge will allows them to explain and apply basic concepts of object-oriented

programming (Course Outcomes 1, 3 & 8). 5. Acquire a developing level of knowledge to implement, test and debug simple programs in Java (Course

Outcome 3). 6. Have mature knowledge of good coding styles and conventions (Course Outcome 1).

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WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and Information Technology

Course Description

This course will cover the structure and management of an information technology infrastructure. From the management aspect the course will touch on principles and practices of managing both people and technology to support an organization. The course will emphasize how to make an information technology infrastructure effective, efficient, and productive. The management of hardware, software, data, networks and other supporting IT functions will be studied.

Course Outline

Unit 1 - Introduction to the Enterprise and IT

Unit 2- Financial Management

Unit 3 - Delivering IT Services

Unit 4 - Leading Information Technology

Unit 5 - Telecommunications Policies, Regulations, and Ethical Issues

Course Objectives /Outcomes/Goals

Discuss the value, roles, and goals of IT as a part of the corporate infrastructure

Discuss ways in which IT might be used to gain competitive advantage

Discuss the main roles and functions of computer operations management

Explain the impact of capacity and availability management for systems

Discuss the role of service level agreements

Identify challenges to information technology budgets and discuss strategies for addressing these challenges

Describe the role of teams in information technology projects and evaluate team effectiveness

Identify common ethical issues surrounding the use of technology in organizations and analyze strategies for addressing these issues

Explain how telecommunications policies and regulations affect the application of information technology

Personal Note from your Instructor

“This course is designed to provide you with the best

online learning experience possible. The content is

presented in a variety of formats including the course

textbook, online content with examples, and

opportunities for interaction with other students and

the instructor.”

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WBIT 2300 Discrete Mathematics

Course Description

Discrete (as opposed to continuous) mathematics is of direct importance to the fields of Computer Science and Information Technology. This branch of mathematics includes studying areas such as set theory, logic, relations, graph theory, and analysis of algorithms. This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of these areas and their use in the fields of Computer Science and Information Technology.

The general idea of the course is to introduce terms and concepts that are useful in describing and explaining ideas, concepts, and models in the computing disciplines, such as Information Technology. For instance, logic allows for precise communication, and proof methods may be viewed as formal ways of creating and making arguments to support a position or a hypothesis. Sets, functions, relations, matrices, graphs, and trees, etc. are all tools useful in describing and communicating the structure of data, concepts, and algorithms. As your instructor, I believe the usefulness of the ideas from this course is not limited to the computing and information disciplines, but extends to other real-life situations involving precise communication, thinking, and arguments.

Course Outline

Algorithms - Pseudocode, Devising Algorithms, Sort and Search Algorithms

Boolean-Duality, Functions, Identities, and Logic Gates

Functions - Bijection, Inverse, Compositions, Graphs, Sequences, and Summations

Inference Predicates - Quantifiers

Inference Predicates - Translation from English to Logical Expressions

Matrices - Matrix Arithmetic, Transpose and Powers, and Zero-One Matrices

Sets - Venn Diagrams, Cartesian Products, Power Sets, Set Operations, Notation, Course Objectives: After completion of this course you will be able to:

Explain the importance of Discrete Mathematics in Computer Science and Information Technology

Demonstrate an understanding of propositional and first-order predicate logic

Demonstrate an understanding of sets, relations, and functions

Demonstrate an understanding of Boolean algebra

Use matrices to represent relationships

Outline the basic structure and give examples of each proof technique

Explain the difference between induction, recursion, and iteration

Demonstrate an understanding of simple algorithms using iteration and recursion

Demonstrate an understanding of trees and graphs

Personal Note from your Instructor

“Before the first day of class, I encourage you to brush up on

several of mathematical terms listed in the Course Outline

area. Certainly, I will be available to assist you throughout

the semester but an early start can better help you absorb the

course concepts.”

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WBIT 2311 Programming & Problem Solving II

Course Description

The emphasis of this course is on advanced programming techniques in Java including GUI's, software reuse through component libraries, recursion, event-driven programming, database processing, file processing, and exception handling. Students are able to create event-driven, graphical programs or text-based programs solving practical problems incorporating databases and external files.

The course uses NetBeans IDE for similar reasons: it is currently popular in industry because of its flexibility - yet it is relatively easy to use. Students can quickly get projects up and running, and it supports a wide variety of project templates. It is available for Windows, Mac, Linux and Solaris flavored operating systems. For those who are interested in learning other languages, this IDE can also support projects in PHP, C/C++, JavaScript and Ruby. It also has support for many of the popular Java frameworks, such as Hibernate and Spring

Course Outline

Introduction to GUI Programming

Introduction to GUI’s and Event Driving Programming

Applet and Advanced Graphics

Exception Handling

Multithreading

Data Structures and Collections

Data Storage and Access Course Outcomes: Students will have a mature level of mastery of the following WebBSIT program outcomes:

Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices.

Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment.

Communicate effectively and efficiently. Course Learning Objectives (LOs): Upon completion of this course the student will:

Have a developing understanding of the implementation of event-driven GUI programs in Java (Course Outcomes 1&4).

Have mature knowledge of Java’s exception handling mechanism (Course Outcomes 1&4).

Have a developing understanding of multithreaded programs (Course Outcome 1&4).

Acquire a mature understanding of how Java applications access external information via databases and files (Course Outcome 3, 4).

Have developing knowledge of data structures and the Java collections framework (Course Outcome 1). gain a mature understanding of developing and debugging Java programs (Course Outcomes 1&3).

Personal Note from your Instructor

“This is the second programming course towards your

degree so I am excited to have you as part of this

course. We will learn new concepts and expand on

topics from the first course. If need be, look over topics

from the first course before the semester begins.”

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WBIT 3110 Systems Analysis and Design

Course Description

Project management techniques and tools as applied to information systems projects including resource and personnel management and allocation, product testing, scheduling, and project management software. Students will study examples of both successful and unsuccessful projects and apply lessons learned to a class project.

Course Outline

Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices.

Identify/analyze problems/opportunities and define requirements when an IT solution is appropriate.

Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment.

Analyze the impact of technology on individuals, organizations, and society.

Collaborate in teams to accomplish common goals

Communicate effectively and efficiently.

Recognize the qualities necessary to succeed in a professional environment.

Create and implement effective project plans

Identify/investigate current & emerging technologies - assess applicability to address needs Course Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: :

Define the discipline of Systems Analysis and Design, contrasting the Analysis component with the Design component.

Be able to compare and contrast the different participants in the process, with special emphasis with the role of the analyst as a facilitator of systems work and the interaction of the analyst with the other participants.

Understand the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in the form of a systems development methodology.

Understand various project management techniques, especially the use of MS Project as a project management tool.

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WBIT 3110 Systems Analysis and Design

Course Objectives

5. Understand various project management techniques, especially the use of MS Project as a project management tool.

6. Demonstrate an understanding in the use of various Systems Analysis techniques, including: logical system modeling; fact-finding techniques; modeling system requirements with Use Cases; Data Modeling and entity relationship diagrams; Process Modeling and data flow diagrams; creating the Feasibility Analysis and System Proposal; and Object-Oriented Analysis and Modeling with UML

7. Demonstrate an understanding in the use of various System Design techniques, including: Application and Architecture Modeling; Database Design; Output Design and Prototyping; Input Design and Prototyping; User Interface Design; and Object-Oriented Modeling using the UML

8. Understand the concepts of System Construction and Implementation.

Students will be required to complete: 1. Written assignments (download the Word

document, rename it, enter your answers, and submit the document by uploading it to the assignment dropbox)

Postings to the discussion board

On-line mid-term and final exams

4. And the group project

Personal Note from your Instructor

“Having spent 21 years working in Information

Systems/Information Technology for some of the

largest corporations in their respective industries, I

feel that I bring to this course a unique perspective.

I've seen projects that succeeded tremendously and

projects that failed miserably. It is my hope that I can

use some of this knowledge to help you understand

the process of systems analysis and design.”

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WBIT 3200 Database Design, Development

and Deployment

Course Description:

This is an advanced course in database design, development and deployment. Course emphasizes database design drawing distinctions between data modeling and process modeling using various modeling techniques including Entity-Relationship Modeling, Object Modeling and Data Flow Diagramming; database development using the relational model, normalization, and SQL; database deployment including control mechanisms, forms, reports, menus and web interfaces. Additional topics include procedures, functions, packages and triggers. Course Objectives and Outcomes:

Students are expected to obtain a developing level of mastery in the assessment of emerging database design and modeling techniques. Students are expected to obtain a mature level of mastery of data modeling, process modeling, database construction and implementation. Students will demonstrate a superior level of knowledge and understanding and should be able to integrate and apply database skills across multiple areas both independently and as a team member. Through implementation of a term project, students will exhibit collaboration, communication, and demonstrate competency in the course content. Course objectives are listed for each program outcome:

Students will Identify and describe the roles of databases, database applications, and query languages in contemporary organizations.

Students will demonstrate familiarity with database components and terminology.

Students will demonstrate the ability to query a relational database using SQL.

Students will define the relational model and explain the benefits of normalization.

Students will describe the benefits and limitations of database views.

Students will describe the concepts and uses of stored procedures and triggers.

Students will recognize common security and data integrity problems and apply appropriate solutions.

Students will apply data modeling concepts by creating data models of work environments.

Students will demonstrate the ability to transform data models to relational database designs and to normalize relations appropriately.

Students will demonstrate the ability to implement a database design as a relational database using SQL for data definition, data modification, and relational query.

Collaborate in teams to analyze a problem, demonstrate an understanding of the problem’s parameters, compare and contrast solutions, and employ appropriate tools.

Work in small groups to identify, define, describe and discuss selected database topics.

Personal Note from your Instructor

“ A database is an extremely powerful and useful tool for any

organization. Students will design, create and process a

database to demonstrate competency in the course.”

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WBIT 3500 Architecture and Operating Systems

Course Description This course introduces students to the architectures of computer systems and the operating systems that run on

them. It explores and gives experience with some common computer designs and operating systems. Topics include

basic computer architecture, instruction set architecture, memory, memory management, processes, and file

systems.

Course Objective

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify basic computer hardware components

Describe basic computer organization

Discuss the technological advances of computer architecture hardware

Explain computer operating system concepts

Recognize computer operating system components and their services

Discuss the evolution of computer operating systems from technical and historical perspectives

Identify and analyze resource allocation problems in a computer system

Differentiate various user demands on computer system resources

Demonstrate a capability to identify computer security threats

Recognize and apply CPU scheduling algorithms

Recognize and apply memory page replacement policies

Recognize and apply storage allocation methodologies

Recognize computer security mechanisms and apply computer security policies

Survey current literatures related to computer operating systems and analyze their contents

Summarize the current state of computer operating system technologies in their own words

Analyze and interpret the trends in computer operating system technologies

Describe ethical standards for IT professional

Discuss ethical issues related to computer operating system services

Discuss technical and non-technical issues surrounding commodity computer hardware and computer software systems

Write and present a term paper

Personal Note from your Instructor

“I look forward to having you in this course. We will use various platforms to learn about architecture and operating systems so come ready to learn .”

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WBIT 4030 Senior Project

Prerequisite: Senior Standing

Course Description: A capstone course for WebBSIT majors. Students will be expected to complete a

final team or individual project. The project may be an approved industry internship or a project

developed and designed by faculty of the WebBSIT. Students will apply skills and knowledge from

previous WebBSIT courses in project management, system design and development, digital media

development, eCommerce, database design, and system integration.

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices.

2. Identify and analyze organizational and individual problems or opportunities in the IT realm and

define requirements for addressing them when an IT solution is appropriate.

3. Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment.

4. Create and implement effective project plans.

Expectations:

Students are expected to have a minimum of two project ideas by the first day of class. Further, one

must decide to do an internship, group project or individual project by the third day of class. Lastly, you

should be prepared to respond to instructor e-mails and WebBSIT Administrative Office e-mails several

weeks before the semester begins.

Personal Note from your

Instructor

“I am excited to teach this course and

be instrumental with our WebBSIT

students who will soon graduate. I

believe this course will provide

stimulating conversation during any

course interview to further prove you

have grasped the course concepts. I

look forward to working with you!”

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WBIT 4030 Senior Project

Student Expectations

Decide whether to complete a project or

internship.

If you choose an internship project, make

arrangements one month before the first day of

class with your employer.

If you choose a project, have a maximum of

two ideas before the first day of class. Also

decide if you want to work in a group or

individually.

If you choose a project, determine the site

supervisor by third day of class. Supervisor

must sign off on each group member’s work.

If you choose a project, an evaluation will be

submitted on each group member.

Submit project reports based on course dates.

If you choose a project, the roles of each

member must be sent to instructor.

Attend meetings with instructor.

Complete all required paperwork like:

Internship Overview Guidelines to Writing Learning Objectives Experiential Learning Agreement

Completion of online course orientation.

During the semester, create a website to post

documents like time log, activity log, employer

information and various course documents.

Notify appropriate instructor immediately of

any significant difficulties experienced at the

learning site.

Faculty Expectations

Approve internship or project submission.

Provides quality control of project or

internship.

Sets reasonable milestones for students.

Provides review of student documentation

in a timely manner.

Post paperwork within course.

Weekly grades information on student

created website.

Provides feedback on course improvement.

If an internship is chosen, final grade is

based on site instructor and course

activity.

If an project is chosen, final grade is based

on site instructor, group evaluations, and

course activity.

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WBIT 4030 Senior Project

Quality Project Information

This course provides an opportunity to apply concepts you have learned while obtaining the Bachelor of

Science in Information Technology degree through the Georgia WebBSIT program. Each student can

choose either a project or internship.

If you choose a project, it can be done in a group or as an individual. You are encouraged to have a

minimum of two project ideas by the first day of class. Those ideas should be submitted to your

instructor with a two paragraph description of your intent. Students who choose a project should the

project quality standards below.

Must use information technology tools to solve a problem.

Must have real-time feedback from site supervisor.

Must contact site supervisor a minimum of once per week.

You must engage in information technology tools to independently solve the problem.

Course project must be completed by the end of the semester.

Must provide proof of a fixed weekly schedule.

Your project goal and objective must clearly state what you will learn and complete by the end of

the semester.

The project content shows sufficient rigor, depth and breadth.

Information literacy and communication skills are incorporated in the project.

Expectations for academic integrity, use of copyrighted materials, plagiarism and netiquette must be

shown.

Privacy policies are clearly stated.

The project provides opportunities for student to engage in higher-order thinking, critical reasoning

activities, and thinking in increasingly complex ways.

If it is done with your employer, the project should be separate from normal job activities.

If doing a group project, the role of each member must be sent to instructor.

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WBIT 4030 Senior Project

Quality Internship Information

This course provides an opportunity to apply concepts you have learned while obtaining the Bachelor of

Science in Information Technology degree through the Georgia WebBSIT program. Each student can

choose either a project or internship.

If you choose an internship, it is preferred you utilize your current employer in this task. You are

encouraged to have a minimum of two internship project ideas by the first day of class. Those ideas

should be submitted to your instructor with a two paragraph description of your intent. Students who

choose an internship should the project quality standards below.

Must use information technology tools to solve a problem.

2. Must have real-time coaching and feedback from a site supervisor or mentor.

Your internship goals and objectives must clearly state what you will learn and complete by the end

of the semester.

For example, what do you expect to learn or experience during your internship? What is the name

of the company? What does the company do? What department will you be working in? How does

that department contribute to the company’s mission? Is there a supervisor/mentor available to

guide your experience? Do you want to learn new programming techniques? Do you want to

discover new ways to enhance web pages? Do you want to understand what maintaining a database

entails as users request changes or additions? Do you want to learn how this particular company

implements a new product?

Tactics should be listed for each objective. Each tactic should advance the particular objective it

supports.

List the specific tasks you will perform that lead to the accomplishment of each Learning Objective.

List the contributions you will expect of your supervisor/mentor in guiding you in the performance

of your tasks. and thinking in increasingly complex ways.

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WBIT 4030 Senior Project

Quality Internship Information

5. Must contact site supervisor a minimum of once per week.

6. You must engage in information technology tools to independently solve the problem.

7. Course project must be completed by the end of the semester.

8. Must provide proof of a fixed weekly schedule.

9. Your project goal and objective must clearly state what you will learn and complete by the end of the

semester.

10. The project content shows sufficient rigor, depth and breadth.

11. Information literacy and communication skills are incorporated in the project.

12. Expectations for academic integrity, use of copyrighted materials, plagiarism and netiquette must be

shown.

13. Privacy policies are clearly stated.

14. The project provides opportunities for student to engage in higher-order thinking, critical reasoning

activities, and thinking in increasingly complex ways.

15. Level of work equivalent to 150 hours or 10 hours per week.

16. If it is done with your employer, the internship should be separate from normal job activities

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WBIT 4030 Senior Project

Example of Learning Objective for an Internship

I have arranged to work for CBI incorporated. They develop applications that run on mobile devices such

as cell phones and pda’s. I want to be a programmer. I have taken all the C++ courses and two of the

Java courses at CCSU. If I obtain this internship, I would be working for Mr. Xena. He is the supervisor in

charge of developing Java-enabled cell phone applications. He has agreed to provide me with tutorials,

books and on-line help. He will evaluate my work and make suggestions for improvement.

Learning Objective 1: Enhance my program design skills

Mr. Xena wants to develop an application to view real-time weather reports on Java-enabled cell

phones. I will work with his team in developing the input, processing and output specifications for this

application. I will develop pseudo-code for one of the program procedures. Mr. Xena will also tutor me

in CBI’s development environment so that I will be able to integrate my design efforts with their

documentation procedures. This will give me valuable experience in working on a team, producing

material in a timely fashion, and seeing exactly how my team’s efforts fit into the broader development

cycle for this project. The team does peer reviews each week. I will participate in these reviews and

receive valuable feedback on my strengths and weaknesses.

Learning Objective 2: Learn a new programming language

James is a pure Java generator for fractals. It is fast, extensible and easy to use. Since I have experience

with Java, learning to use this tool will enhance my programming skills considerably. Mr. Xena’s team

uses James and he will provide materials and tutorials for me to get up to speed. I will get a chance to

try out the James environment when the team implements the program design from LO 1 above.

Learning Objective 3: Experience an actual testing environment

Since I studied Testing and Quality Assurance, I look forward to actually putting into practice the tools

and techniques I learned. Our development team will begin testing the new application in time for me

to participate in the process. Mr. Xena assures me that I will definitely get my hands dirty in the testing

and debugging process.

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WBIT 4602 Research - IT Strategy, Design

& Development

Personal Note from your Instructor

“In this course, you will create a journal article and working

towards the publication process.”

Course Description: Students will participate in research and discussion on a topic of current interest. A term paper on the topic (or related subtopic) is required. A designated faculty member will select the topic in advance based on his/her expertise and lead the seminar. Learning Objectives/Outcomes/Goals Upon completion of this course the student should be able to: 1. Critically consider emerging IT issues and their impact on existing IT discipline related concepts and practices. 2. Critically consider emerging IT issues and assess the related opportunities to provide IT solutions in new ways or to new domains. 3. Critically consider the impact of emerging IT issues on the user. 4. Critically consider the impact of emerging IT issues on project planning. 5. Investigate a current or emerging IT issue and assess its applicability to address individual and organizational needs. 6. Analyze the impact of a current or emerging IT issue on individuals, organizations, and society. 7. Collaborate through discussions to more fully consider an IT issue. 8. Communicate ideas related to an IT issue effectively and efficiently in both discussion and more formal writing. 9. Demonstrate proficiency in assessing the impact of a current or emerging IT issue on both IT professionals and their constituencies.

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WBIT 4610 IT Policy and Law

Course Description:

This course will focus on the legal implications of conducting business in the information technology age.

Topics will include current understanding of Internet contracts, copyright, trademark and patent law.

Further, this course will examine cutting-edge cases relating to security, e-commerce, and emerging

ethical issues and trends.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the basics of IT policy and law : Students will be able to identify the primary concepts

underlying information technology policy and the law

Analyze the relationships between IT and society : Students will be able to articulate the potential

consequences of widespread application of information technology and its relationship to society

Comprehend the interconnectedness of cultural norms and IT policies : Students will understand the

inherent cultural, economic, legal, regulatory, and numerous other intertwined influences in the shaping

of information policy, practice, products, and services

Explain societal issues and their effects on IT policies : Students will be able to explain the current major

policy issues related to the generation, movement, and use of information and related technologies in

society

Discuss governmental policies and effects on organizational policies : Students will be able to discuss the

potential and likely impact of international, national, state, and local information policies on an

organization's management and functional strategies

Identify emerging issues in IT policy and law : Students will identify emerging information policy

concerns and be better able to develop an analytical framework for examining their relationships to their

professional positions as well as their activities in everyday life

Describe policy concerns and institutional stakes : Students will be able to describe and identify the

institutional players and their stakes in information policy formulation

Recognize conflicts and how to resolve them : Students will be able to structure their thinking about

information policies and their resolution

Research current and future IT policy issues : Students will be able to research useful readings and other

resources that relate specific information policy issues (such as copyright, data security) to broader

information policy concepts and to the successful achievement of their professional goals

Articulate positions on IT policy and law : Students will be able to write

with more precision and authority when addressing issues related to

information technology policy and law

Personal Note from your Instructor

“You will read the unit overview, study the lesson slides, read the

chapters in the textbook, answer the reflection questions, access the

Powerpoint slides as supplements, answer the assignment questions

and respond/comment to discussion topics, in that order. Finally, the

course requires a term paper on a topic of your choice.”

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Students should read their university policy manual. This manual provides

important information about campus procedures.

The university calendar and WebBSIT calendar dates do not match. Often,

WebBSIT courses begin before the official start date of the university.

Students follow their university calendar for dates such as withdrawing, drop

and add of courses.

Your adviser and Department Chair are your main contacts at the university.

Especially, if you need assistance or a university area is not responding to you.

The Executive Director is available to respond to any questions or feedback on

the program.

Consider the workload before registering for WBIT courses.

Never just stop doing your course assignments. If you fall behind, contact your

instructor immediately.

Remember you must balance your work, school and your personal life. This

takes practice but it can be done.

Program Information

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We look forward to helping you obtain your goal of a

Bachelor of Information Technology Degree online

through the Georgia WebBSIT Program. Our goal is to

provide a learning environment which provokes you to

use classroom knowledge immediately in your work

place and empower you towards your future IT career.

Thank You