Associate of Science in Information Systems & Technology

Credit hours: 3

Credit hours: 3

Credit hours: 3

This course offers an introduction to the architecture and tools used to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows operating systems, applications, and related hardware. Students learn the methodologies to proactively identify, troubleshoot and mitigate Microsoft Windows operating system common breaks and malfunctions. Students gain knowledge of standard maintenance procedures and practices.

Credit hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to the Unix/Linux family of operating systems.  Students gain practice performing general system operations, manage services, and practical applications in a real-world business setting with global operations.  At the end of the course, students will have the ability to complete basic operations and general tasks associated with an entry-level administrator.  

Credit hours: 3

This course highlights industry-standards network technologies, devices, and protocols fundamental for all domestic and international organizations.   Students review and utilize routing and switching protocols required to ensure the secure transfer of data and communications.  Learners gain knowledge of networking operating systems and platforms.

Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to the core security requirements for organizations of every size and industry.  The primary emphasis includes understanding the key principles driving security-related decisions at each level of operations within an organization.  Understanding the basic concepts aids learners in establishing a solid foundation in security protocols and standards.

Credit hours: 3

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of programming languages and elementary principles of software development.  The primary emphasis focuses on comprehending the most common types of programming languages, data types and handling, structures, modular constructs, and object-oriented programming.

Credit hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to database design and administration.  Students learn how to structure data for the most common database types, models, and terminology. This course illustrates database design, collection requirements, relational database components, normalization, and security protocols.  Standard Query Language (SQL) will be introduced. The course provides students with the essential skills to install, configure and administer a database with a database management system (DBMS).

Credit hours: 3

This course introduces cloud concepts, models, and principles. The security and ethical implications of moving to a cloud model of IT infrastructure are covered.  Students review the leading Cloud vendor’s products and services and compare them to NIST standards and regulations. The course prepares students to make informed decisions and recommendations for an organization preparing to safely move to cloud operations.

Credit hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to information technology project management.  The standard project management categories of planning, scope, scheduling, cost, procurement, quality control, risk, communication, and stakeholder management are included.  The course utilizes concepts and tasks specific to information technology projects from a global perspective.  The career path of an IT project manager is described along with the certification process. (last course in the program)

Credit hours: 3

Credit hours: 3

Credit hours: 3

A beginning course which stresses that communication is an essential element of human existence. Basic communication theory, interpersonal skills, and public speaking skills are addressed. 

Credit hours: 3

This is an introductory course providing computer experience in a wide variety of application software. Its purpose is to help the student increase confidence on a computer while facilitating a broad range of possibilities which may be used throughout their college and professional life. Applications include word processing, electronic spreadsheets, presentation software and desktop publishing. 

Credit hours: 3

A one semester course in which students are introduced to how a Christian perspective creates and deepens meaning in cultural, personal, social, and aesthetic issues; how to evaluate moral and ethical choices in light of sound interpretations of Christian scriptures, Christian traditions, and the Wesleyan theological perspective; and how Christians operationalize that analysis through active stewardship and service. 

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Educational Foundations of Teaching Practice (3 Credit Hours) 

The course, Educational Foundations of Teaching Practice is a study of historical and current educational philosophy, theory and practice regarding the development of the teaching profession. In addition to the historical context, current aspects of teaching and the role of the teacher in effective classroom instruction and management will be explored and examined, with practical information that will assist those individuals who desire to pursue careers in classroom teaching.  Lecture, problem-solving/case study, video review, and discussion formats will be utilized.

SPECIAL NOTE:  This course will NOT qualify under Professional Education requirements for a traditional teacher education program.

Educational Psychology (3 credit hours)

This course is designed to introduce the teacher candidate to psychological principles and theories to demonstrate how this information can influence teaching decisions for maximum learning in the classroom. The course addresses the differentiated classroom through multiple developmental theories and instructional strategies related to diversity, and acknowledges ethnic, gender and special education needs. The course also provides information related to interpreting and understanding standardized tests for the purpose of improving the teaching-learning process and providing teacher candidates the opportunity to incorporate appropriate assessment strategies.

Social Problems (3 credit hours)

A systematic analysis of some of the significant social problems of our world today, emphasizing the contributions which social science can make toward the understanding of these problems.

Sociology of the Family (3 credit hours)

A study of the origin, development, functions, and problems of a basic social institution of our culture, the family. The effect of modern social and economic conditions on contemporary family life are reviewed.

Juvenile Delinquency (3 credit hours)

An overview of the US Juvenile Justice System with an emphasis on the history and development of philosophical approaches to juvenile delinquency. Examination of theoretical paradigms, current issues, and social problems.

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Introduction to the Holocaust (3 credit hours)

This course seeks to engage learners in a critical consideration of the moral and religious and theological implications of Nazi German’s “war against the Jews,” the intentional and calculated destruction of some six million European Jews (accompanied by the enormous suffering and losses experienced by other “undesirable” groups) which is referred to as the Shoah, or Holocaust.

The Modern World, 1500-present (3 credit hours)

This course offers an overview of the development of human civilization from the Atlantic Revolutions to the present. It will analyze social, political, economic, moral, and ideological foundations important to the development of today’s global society.

Diversity in the Workplace (3 credit hours)

This course is designed to expand the student’s understanding of diversity within organizations, including cultures that are not derived principally from the European experience. A comparative perspective allows students to explore key racial/ethnic groups as well as protected classes of individuals. The goal of the course is to cultivate insight and respect for diversity by requiring students to explore a world quite different from their own.

Cultural Anthropology for the Ministry (3 credit hours)

This is a survey of the cultures of our world with a special look at non-western societies. The course will provide tools for more effective intercultural communications as well as giving us a mirror in which to see our own cultural groups more clearly.

Introduction to World Religions (3 credit hours)

Introduction to World Religions gives learners an introduction to some of the major world religions like Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, and Sikhism, and briefly covers the tenets of faith of Zoroastrianism and Jainism. This course surveys the basic beliefs and practices of these religions. It is designed to help the learner be aware of other religious traditions in our community and so be better informed of the religious melting pot around us.

Intercultural Communication (3 credit hours)

An introduction to the communication, which takes place when people of different cultures interact. This course surveys differences in cultures, which can create obstacles to understanding and communication and offers suggestions for dealing with these obstacles.