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Spring 2013
WebBSIT Student Guide
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Dear WebBSIT Student,
As we move into Spring Semester you will notice your
program blossoming with new changes. From a new Learning
Management System (D2L), a new username to login into
your course, new ways we communicate with you and new
ways to make our program even better. So as you see the
flowers bloom and leaves turning back green, remember your
program is blossoming into such beauty. All in an effort to
make things better for you.
Along with the sentiment of the WebBSIT faculty, I welcome
you to Spring 2013 semester! For with great humbleness and
honor, we look forward to helping you achieve your goal of a
Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology.
Sincerely,
Angela Leverett
Executive Director
912-531-0948
Important Note
All students and faculty will
have a new username to access
WBIT courses. Also, a new
website to access WBIT courses.
Read the following pages.
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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
GoView 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 GoView) 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 GoView username. The Pirates’ VIEW username is part of the login to GoView 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 GoView . 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 GoView website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student
Portal from https://go.view.usg.edu
Please bookmark this page (optional but recommended). Put in your GoView 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
GoView Administrator
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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. All students and faculty have a new username due to the new Learning Management System—D2L. Please remember 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 GoView password unless you have changed it within GoView. 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/
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Only for CLSU Students
HOW TO ACCESS YOUR COURSE
Logging into the GoView for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student Portal
from https://go.view.usg.edu
Please bookmark this page (optional but recommended).
Put in your GoView 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. Remember, all students and faculty have a new username due to the new Learning Management System—D2L. 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 GoView 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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Only for COL Students
Step #2: Make note of your COL Student Identification Number All GoView 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 GoView. You will be able to log into your classes on the first day of class (see GOML Academic Term Calendar). Please note: the GoView 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://go.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 GoView 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, 706-507-8199 or https://llum01.columbusstate.edu/cp/home/displaylogin The log-in information for the GOML Registration System & the GoView 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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Only for COL Students
Step #4: Contact your Academic Adviser Your academic advisor will serve your adviser for the duration of your time as a COL-GoView 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 GoView 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 GoView 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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Only for COL Students
Step #6: Pay your fees Since COL is your home institution, you will pay for your GoView 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 GoView 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 GoView 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- Help Desk 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. Remember, all students and faculty have a new username due to the new Learning Management System—D2L. 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 “GoView 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 GoView Courses
Login to My.GeorgiaSouthern (https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/)
From the My.GeorgiaSouthern home page – Click on “GoView/ WBSIT (Online Course
Tools)” – you are then taken to the GoView 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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Only for GSU Students
Step #3: Contact your Academic Adviser Your academic advisor will serve your adviser for the duration of your time as a GSU-GoView 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 GoView 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 GoView 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 GoView 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 GoView 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. Remember, all students and faculty have a new username due to the new Learning Management System—D2L. 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 GoView
Your username is the first part of your RADAR e-mail address (everything before the @
sign). The username will be similar to jdoe_gsw
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 GoView Courses
Logging into the GoView website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student Portal from https://go.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page (optional but recommended).
Put in your GoVIew 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 GoView helpdesk at [email protected] or Krista Smith at [email protected].
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Only for GSW Students
Step #3: Contact your Academic Adviser
Your academic advisor will serve as your advisor for the duration of your time as a GSW-GoView 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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Only for GSW Students
Step #5: Pay your fees Since GSW is your home institution, you will pay for your GoView 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. Remember, all students and faculty have a new username due to the new Learning Management System—D2L. 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
Typically, your SPSU email username then the _ symbol will be your username
Your email password as your password for GoView
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 SPSU helpdesk or Lee Webster, coordinator directly. The numbers are 678-915-6863 and678-915-4552. We can assist you with logging on but need to speak with you over the phone. Thanks.
Step 2: How to Access your WBSIT GoView Courses Logging into the GoView website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student
Portal from https://go.view.usg.edu
Please bookmark this page (optional but recommended).
Put in your GOView WebBSIT login username and password as described above. Click
OK.
Change your password (optional but it is recommended).
** Trouble obtaining your information please contact SPSU helpdesk or Lee Webster, coordinator directly. The numbers are 678-915-6863 and678-915-4552. We can assist you with logging on but need to speak with you over the phone. Thanks.
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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-GoView 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://go.view.usg.edu View the SPSU student orientation at: http://orientation.spsu.edu/onlineresourceguide/
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Course Offering
Course Instructor
WBIT 1100 Introduction to Information Technology Christopher Leverett
WBIT 1310 Programming & Problem Solving I Cheryl Garvin
WBIT 1310 Programming & Problem Solving I Simon Baev
WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and IT Bhagavati
WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and IT Aurelia Smith
WBIT 2300 Discrete Math for IT Chris McCarthy
WBIT 2311 Programming and Problem Solving II Sandra Jones
WBIT 3111 Information Technology Project Management Susan VandeVen
WBIT 3200 Database Design, Development and Deployment Larry Booth
WBIT 3400 Introduction to Digital Media Chris McCarthy
WBIT 3510 Data Communications and Networking Kamfui Lau
WBIT 3600 Introduction to E-Commerce Chris Whitehead
WBIT 4030 Senior Project and Portfolio Sandra Jones
WBIT 4112 Systems Acquisition, Integration & Implementation Harvey Hyman
WBIT 4602 Research - IT Strategy, Design & Development Timur Mirzoev
WBIT 4610 IT Policy and Law Becky Rutherfoord
Instructor Email
Christopher Leverett [email protected]
Cheryl Garvin [email protected]
Simon Baev [email protected]
Bhagavati [email protected]
Aurelia Smith [email protected]
Chris McCarthy [email protected]
Sandra Jones [email protected]
Susan VandeVen [email protected]
Larry Booth [email protected]
Chris McCarthy [email protected]
Kamfui Lau [email protected]
Chris Whitehead [email protected]
Sandra Jones [email protected]
Bill Murphy [email protected]
Timur Mirzoev [email protected]
Becky Rutherfoord [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://go.view.usg.edu
Your class will become available on the first day of class.
You must complete the Attendance Verification form by the date shown above.
Classes Begin/End Monday, January 14-Friday, May 3
Drop/Add Varies by Institution
Attendance Verification Due
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e6p9y86wha1kti9b/start
January 22
Deadline to Signup for Proctored Midterms
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e6p9xeonha1kpc8x/start
February 4
Midterm Exam Period February 25-March 2
Withdrawal Period Varies by Institution
Deadline to Signup for Proctored Finals
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e6p9xf8bha1krxdm/start
April 9
Final Exam Period Monday, May 6-Wednesday, May 8
Course and Instructor Evaluation
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/
a07e6pa083mha1l32ay/start
Closes on May 8
Final Grade shown within your course May 10
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
Alexander Yemelyanov [email protected] Advisor GSW
Becky Rutherfoord [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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Spring 2013 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, including your University
Bookstore.
In an effort 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
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.
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
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
WBIT 1100 Computer Concepts, Comprehensive With Printed Card Author: Parsons, June Jamrich
Edition: 2013
ISBN 13: 978-1-133-90845-6
ISBN 10: 1-133-90845-4
Publisher: Course Technology, Inc.
WBIT 2000 IT Systems Management Author: Schiesser, Rich Edition: 2ND 10
ISBN 13: 978-0-13-702506-0
ISBN 10: 0-13-702506-8
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.
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WBIT 2311 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
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.
WBIT 3111 Managing Systems And IT Projects Author: Tsui, Frank
Edition: 2011
ISBN 13: 978-0-7637-9061-5
ISBN 10: 0-7637-9061-3
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett
Publishers
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Spring 2013 Textbook Information
WBIT 4610 Legal Environment of Business and Online Commerce Author: Cheeseman, Henry R.
Edition: 7TH
ISBN 13: 9780132870887
ISBN 10: 0132870886
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.
WBIT 3510 Data Communications and Computer Networks Author: White, Curt
Edition: 6TH 11 New Edition
ISBN 13: 978-0-538-45261-8
ISBN 10: 0-538-45261-7
Publisher: Course Technology, Inc.
WBIT 3600 E-Commerce: Business, Tech., Society: 2012 Author: Laudon, Kenneth
Edition: 8TH
ISBN 13: 978-0-13-801881-8
ISBN 10: 0-13-80-1881-2
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.
WBIT 3200 Database Processing Author: Kroenke, David
Edition: 12TH 12
ISBN 13: 978-0-13-214537-4
ISBN 10: 0-13-214537-5
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.
WBIT 3400 Multimedia : Making It Work With CD Author: Vaughan, Tay
Edition: 8TH 11
ISBN 13: 978-0-07-174846-9
ISBN 10: 0-07-174846-6
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
WBIT 4112 Systems Acquisition, Integration and Implementation There will be in class readings provided in place of the textbook.
Not
Required
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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/a07e6p9y86wha1kti9b/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/a07e6p9xeonha1kpc8x/start
3. If your class will have a proctored final exam, complete this survey:
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e6p9xf8bha1krxdm/start
4. At the end of the semester, complete the Course and Instructor Evaluation survey
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e6pa083mha1l32ay/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 Spring 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 912-531-0948.
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Things to Do
8. Learn your GoView 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 GoView Login, Access your courses at: https://go.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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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, including your university
bookstore. If your university offers a book voucher for those who receive financial aid,
textbooks can only be purchased through the University Bookstore.
Textbook Purchase
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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. GoView 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
Uers at all other GoView 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 GoView 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 & GoView. 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 GoView 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 GoView. GoView is essentially a Learning
Management System called Desire to Learn or D2L. This system is maintained by
the University System of Georgia Information Technology Division. There are
scheduled dates in which GOML is unavailable so view the maintenance schedule
website below. If an assignment or exam is scheduled on those dates, immediately
contact your professor.
http://www.usg.edu/information_technology_services/
learning_in_21st_century_georgia/georgiaview/maintenance_schedule/spring_2013
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The new Learning Management System is called D2L. We will no begin using terms like
GeorgiaOnMyLine, Vista, or BlackBoard. View the table below to learn more.
Your login will change during Spring 2013. Only the username should change. The ‘@’
character in the username will be replaced by an underscore (_). This change was
required because Desire2Learn cannot accommodate the ‘@’ character in the username.
For example, userid@gsu will change to userid_gsu.
If you are unable login, follow the help steps on the next page. If for any odd reason you
are not helped the same day, please contact the Executive Director.
GoView
OLD INFORMATION NEW INFORMATION
BlackBoard D2L
GOML GoView
https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/ https://go.view.usg.edu
AASU http://www.armstrong.edu/Departments/cis_training/
COL http://online.columbusstate.edu/
CLSU http://www.clayton.edu/cid/d2lstudenttraining
GSU http://academics.georgiasouthern.edu/etc/d2l/faqsdnts
GSW http://gsw.edu/GeorgiaVIEW/
SPSU http://spsu.edu/d2l/student/access_FAQ.htm
View Student
Tutorials before
classes begin!
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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 is only available through: https://go.view.usg.edu
GoView
University E-mail and Web Address Telephone
AASU [email protected]
https://cove.armstrong.edu/lookup_id.php
912-344-2518
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
https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/
912-478-5429
229-931-2969
SPSU http://helpdesk.spsu.edu
678) 915-4357
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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 GoView 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
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.”
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.
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
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
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 3010
Technical Communication
Course Description
This course covers workplace communication at the intermediate level. Topics include audience
analysis, research proposal and report writing, document and visual design, editing and presentation
design.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: :
Use the basic communication formats common to the Information Technology
profession/field.
2. Analyze the audience, purpose, and context of a variety of technical
communication situations.
3. Apply the analysis to the creation of a communication message in the appropriate
format.
4. Plan, compose and revise documents.
5. Write in a style that is clear and concise.
6. Design and/or redesign documents for the appropriate audience.
7. Demonstrate where and how to insert graphics effectively.
8. Collect and use data from the appropriate media effectively.
9. Incorporate editorial changes and user feedback.
10. Demonstrate the ability to give an oral presentation.
11. Collaborate with others on the creation of documents.
12. Reflect on cultural and/or ethical issues as appropriate in technical communication.
Personal Note from your Instructor
“Technical writing skills is a must for any student who
graduates with a Bachelor of Science degree in
Information Technology. I look forward to shaping and
molding you into an IT person.”
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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 3111
Information Technology Project Management
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 Objectives and Outcomes:
1. Discuss the four phases of IT Project Management
2. Develop a simple IT Project Plan
3. Develop a set of Metrics for IT Project Monitoring and Tracking
4. Make Trade-offs and Adjustments to a project, if necessary
Personal Note from your Instructor
“ The ability to handle multiple IT projects is an
extremely powerful and useful skill for you to
master. After reviewing many IT cases, students
will put their skills to the test.”
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WBIT 3200
Database Design, Development
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.
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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Personal Note from your Instructor
“I’m excited about exploring digital media concepts and
applications with you, and am looking forward to getting to
know you through our Discussion Forum.”
WBIT 3400 Introduction to Multimedia
Course Description This course covers the basic design principles and tools for creating and editing digital media elements. Examples of these elements include graphics, animation, audio, video, virtual space and simulation. Course Objectives: Students will develop skills in the use of digital media editing and authoring software, and use critical thinking and reasoning in the creation of multimedia elements to produce integrated solutions. Students will identify contextual uses of digital media, and demonstrate the ability to select appropriate distribution methods for a variety of digital media productions and file formats. Students are expected to demonstrate a mature level of mastery in the application of image, audio, and video theory. Students will be able to differentiate multimedia project roles and responsibilities, and sequence various production tasks. Students will gain an understanding of the impact of multimedia project implementations on networks, systems, and organizational budgets. Students will communicate effectively in professional discussions about current and emerging technologies and the potential impact of these technologies on organizations and society. Students will investigate and compare digital repositories, and interpret open-access, copyright, and educational fair use regulations and policies in regard to digital media, and assess their applicability to address individual and organizational needs. Course Structure: Introduction to Digital Media is a course designed to introduce students to many of the common digital media formats, including content generation and manipulation. Students entering the course are assumed to have little previous experience in working with media, though the proliferation of free editing software and an increasingly computer-savvy generation almost guarantees varying backgrounds among the students. Topics:
Multimedia Technologies and Concepts
2D Image Manipulation
Animation for the Web
3D Modeling
Emerging Technologies - HTML5
Audio Manipulation
Digital Video Editing
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WBIT 3410
Web Applications Development
Course Description: The course provides a survey of techniques and tools for developing basic web pages for delivery of text and graphic information; focus on page markup languages, client-side scripting, page design principles, page layout techniques, markup language syntax, and page styling methods. Course Objective:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Design, lay out and create Web pages using HTML
Apply the concepts and principles of information architecture to Web design
Create and use cascading style sheets to control display of HTML pages
Create and process HTML forms to transfer information to and from a Web server
Use JavaScript for client-side information processing and to create dynamic Web pages
Design and create XML documents
Design and code simple document type definitions and XML Schemas
Use CSS and XSLT to display XML documents
Use PHP for server-side programming
Access database information using PHP
Choose between server-side and client-side programming depending on the task to be performed
Choose the appropriate programming tools given a Web development task.
Work in teams to solve complex problems.
Communicate effectively using web enabled technologies such as discussion and email tools as well as written assignments.
Personal Note from your Instructor
“I look forward to having you in this course. We will use
various platforms to learn about web applications so
come ready to learn .”
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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
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 3510
Data Communications and Networking
This course addresses several of the the following WebBSIT program outcomes:
1) Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices
2) Identify/analyze problems/opportunities and define requirements when an IT solution is appropriate
3) Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment
5) Identify/investigate current & emerging technologies – assess applicability to address needs
8) Communicate effectively and efficiently
Course Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
(1) Understand the current technologies in data communications, networks, and network design
(2) Understand networking terminologies, topologies, protocols and OSI networking reference models
(3) Understand pervasive computing, wireless, 802.11, Bluetooth, and VoIP
(4) Understand IEEE networking standards, RFCs and their use in networking implementation
(5) Understand network security including firewalls, encryption, authentications, security policy and design issues
(6) Understand the best practices of implementing network infrastructure in an organization
(7) Understand how to implement an appropriate network infrastructure in meeting organizational objectives
(8) Understand the system development life cycle (planning, analysis, design, implementation, maintenance)
(9) Understand different networking models and their implementation in an organization
(10) Understand the existing organizational computing environment, its running applications, its strengths and
weaknesses
(11) Analyze the threats and opportunities in an organization and the implementation of new networking
technologies and security policy to address those issues
(12) Apply mathematical reasoning and functions to analyze network performance and solve network problems
(13) Use software applications or hardware equipment to analyze and solve business problems, and enhance
productivity
(14) Use appropriate software and network infrastructure to support the organizational communication needs and
decision making
Personal Note from your Instructor
“I am very excited to be your professor teaching this course.
To make this course work, we need to work together
overcoming any obstacles that we may have in the duration
of the course.”
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WBIT 3600
Introduction to E-Commerce
Course Description
The emphasis of this course is on basic principles and practices of E-business and E-commerce. Topics include
infrastructures and applications of Ecommerce, E-Tailing, E-Marketing, advertisement, B2B, B2C, C2C, E-
Government, M-Commerce, E-Learning, electronic payment systems, security, and legal issues. Students also learn
to build simple dynamic E-commerce sites using server-side scripting.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
1. Plan, manage, and evaluate an effective, interactive, and dynamic Virtual Store.
2. Understand and follow legal constraints on E-Commerce webs sites.
3. Understand and follow ethical constraints on E-Commerce web sites.
4. Plan, gather, and manage competitive marketing intelligence.
5. Plan and implement successful electronic advertising.
6. Understand and use electronic banking and payment systems.
7. Understand and work within the implications of international financial transactions.
8. Understand and capitalize upon the unique marketing strategies of the Internet.
Discussion Requirements
A successful student in online education is one who takes an active role in the learning process. You are therefore required to participate in the discussion areas to enhance your learning experience throughout this course. As part of this, you must post a response to one or more of the discussion questions for the current lesson and then post at least one other response/comment on one other day.
At a minimum, your discussion post should include:
1. Original response - posted as a response to one of the discussion questions.
2. Frequency - at least one other post posted on at least one other different day per lesson.
3. Quality - Content of your contributions.
Examples of quality posts include:
providing additional information to the discussion;
elaborating on previous comments from others;
presenting explanations of concepts or methods to help fellow students,
presenting reasons for or against a topic in a persuasive fashion,
sharing your own personal experiences that relate to the topic, and
providing a URL and explanation for an area you researched on the Internet.
Personal Note from your Instructor
“Thanks for joining us in this course. I look forward to
meeting and working with each of you over the next several
months! ”
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WBIT 4020
Professional Practices and Ethics
Course Description This course covers historical, social, economic, and legal considerations of information technology. It includes studies of professional codes of ethical conduct, philosophy of ethics, risk analysis, liability, responsibility, security, privacy, intellectual property, the internet, and various laws that affect an information technology infrastructure. Course Objectives and Outcomes
Describe systems of ethics.
Identify ethical considerations and apply ethics in scenarios and case studies.
Identify and use resources for keeping up with the profession.
Explain the privacy-related issues that arise in application of computing technology.
Discuss the idea of freedom of speech, including limitations and importance, and the relevance of freedom of speech to computing technology.
Explain the basis for rights in intellectual property and explain the relevance to computing and software engineering.
Identify and discuss data communications issues, including cryptography, interception of data, and others.
Describe the foundations and implications of societal and individual perceptions of "trust" in computers.
Discuss issues relating to computer crime.
Explain the impact of computers on work and personal life.
Identify and discuss technology policy issues, including approaches from other countries.
Personal Note from your Instructor
“I love teaching and am hoping to have a great
semester with each of you.”
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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
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 4112
Systems Acquisition, Integration
and Implementation
Personal Note from your Instructor
“I look forward to working with everyone this term. “
Course Description:
IT applications used by organizations are configured from components that have been purchased from third-party
vendors. This includes both hardware components and, increasingly, software components. In this course,
students will study the component acquisition process, and methods and techniques for integrating these
components into an existing IT infrastructure.
Learning Objectives/Outcomes/Goals
Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
Compare different sourcing strategies based on their advantages and drawbacks.
Demonstrate an understanding of the Systems Acquisition Life Cycle (SALC).
Demonstrate how IT capability adds value to an organization.
Discuss business systems as domains for acquired systems.
Discuss the useful life of technologies (expectancies) and plan for upgrades and enhancements of existing systems.
Discuss the RFP (or RFQ) and its components and create a selection process for vendors & equipment.
Discuss cross-functional and virtual team organization, management and facilitation.
Propose methods to deal with the challenges of managing changes caused by systems acquisition.
Work effectively in virtual project teams.
Communicate effectively through written methods including electronic methods and assignments. Evaluate IT solutions in case studies and apply concepts to other situations.
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WBIT 4120
Human-Computer Interaction
Course Description:
The emphasis of this course is on fundamentals of human-machine interfaces, both cognitive and
physical. Learning styles and effects of short-term memory on cognition and reaction will affect
hardware and software development. Students will design a prototype interface.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
1. Have an understanding of the role of the Information Technology professional as an advocate for the
user in the development of IT applications and systems.
2. Develop a mind-set that recognizes the importance of users and organizational contexts in IT
solutions.
3. Employ user-centered methodologies in the development, evaluation, and deployment of IT
applications and systems.
4. Develop knowledge of HCI in such areas as user and task analysis, human factors, ergonomics,
accessibility standards, and cognitive models.
Personal Note from your Instructor
“I look forward to a good semester as we discuss various topics on
user and organization contexts within Information Technology. I am
available to respond to your questions but encourage you to research
on your own.”
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WBIT 4520
Information Security
Course Description:
This course is an introduction to information assurance and security in computing. Topics include
computer, network (distributed) system and cyber security, digital assets protection, data backup and
disaster recovery, encryption, cryptography, computer virus, firewalls, terrorism and cyber crimes, legal,
ethical and professional issues, risk management, information security design, implementation and
maintenance.
Course Objectives:
1) Access control systems and methodology: Enable students to understand the techniques and
technologies used to control what can be accessed, access security models, access control
administration, data ownership and attack methods.
2) Telecommunications and network security: The student will learn networking structures,
devices, protocols and remote access administration for external, internal, public, and private
communications systems.
3) Security management practices: Inform the student about identification of company assets, the
proper way to determine the necessary level of protection required, and what type of budget to
develop for security implementations with the goal of reducing threats and monetary loss.
4) Application and systems development security: Examines the security components within
operating systems and applications and how to best develop and measure their effectiveness. The
student will understand software life cycles, change control, application security, malicious code,
data warehousing, development practices and their risks, and system storage and processing
components.
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WBIT 4520
Information Security
5) Cryptography: Includes the methods and techniques for disguising data for protection
purposes. The student will understand the techniques, approaches and technologies available for
encrypting data and information.
6) Security architecture and models: Examine the concepts, principles and standards for
designing and implementing secure applications, operating systems, and systems. It also includes
international security measurement standards and their meaning for different types of platforms.
7) Operational security: Implies control over personnel, hardware, systems, and auditing and
monitoring techniques. The student will understand the importance of operations security and the
possible abuse channels and how to recognize and address them.
8) Business continuity and disaster recovery planning: Are key components in information
security. The preservation of business activities, identification of real risks, risk assessment, and
countermeasure implementations are all components of business continuity planning.
9) Ethics, law, and investigation: Includes computer crimes, forensics, laws, and regulations to
explore investigation techniques, evidence gathering, and incident handling programs.
10) Physical security: Involves threats, risks and countermeasures to protect facilities, hardware,
data, media and personnel. Included are topics on facility selection, authorized entry methods,
and environmental and safety regulations.
Personal Note from your Instructor
“This course is vital to the well rounded IT professional. Many
of the terms, definitions, and concepts familiar to the
Business School student may be new to the IT student.
However these very terms, definitions and concepts are
necessary for the IT professional to be able to manage and
implement a successful CRM project in the enterprise.”
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WBIT 4601
Customer Relationship Management
Personal Note from your Instructor
“This course is vital to the well rounded IT professional. Many
of the terms, definitions, and concepts familiar to the
Business School student may be new to the IT student.
However these very terms, definitions and concepts are
necessary for the IT professional to be able to manage and
implement a successful CRM project in the enterprise.”
Course Description:
The use of IT applications has allowed many organizations to collect large amounts of data on their
clients and to use such data to improve the relationships with their customers. In this course, students
will study customer relationship management systems, including the reasons for their emergence, the
functionalities that they provide and the issues one would have to face to successfully introduce a
Customer Relationship Management System into an organization.
This course addresses several of the overarching outcomes of the WebBSIT curriculum. Students
will have a proficient level of mastery of the following WebBSIT outcomes:
1) Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices.
2) Identify/analyze problems/opportunities and define requirements when an IT solution is
appropriate
3) Recognize the qualities necessary to succeed in a professional environment.
This course addresses several of the overarching outcomes of the WebBSIT curriculum. Students
will have a mature level of mastery of the following WebBSIT outcomes:
1) Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment
2) Analyze the impact of technology on individuals, organizations, and society
3) Collaborate in teams to accomplish common goals
4) Communicate effectively and efficiently
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WBIT 4602
Research - IT Strategy, Design
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
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
