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Computer Science Technology

On behalf of the Ohio University Southern Campus,
I welcome you to our Computer Science Technology Department. Computer technology is an incredibly dynamic field. Our goal is to offer you a curriculum that utilizes the most current technology. Our small class sizes encourage student participation and offer the opportunity for one-on-one student/teacher interaction. Our faculty and staff are accessible, and committed to work with you to help you succeed.

I invite you to visit our campus and explore the educational opportunities that await you at Ohio University Southern. Please feel free to contact me to learn more about our Computer Science Technology program.

Sincerely,
Scott Nicholas
Director, Computer Science Technology Program


 

In recent years, the use of technology has impacted our lives more than ever. Today, the effective use of computer technology is critical to the success of many businesses and organizations.

The Associate of Applied Business (A.A.B) degree in Computer Science Technology at Ohio University Southern prepares students for entry level IT (Information Technology) positions.
The curriculum offers hands-on learning, enabling students to develop critical skills in areas such as IT technical support, network administration, web site development, database administration, software development, and testing.

Ohio University Southern also offers a certificate in IT and a certificate in computer networking for working professionals and non-computer majors who want to develop skills in programming, networking, databases and website management, but do not want to pursue an associate degree in Computer Science Technology.

Degree Requirements
This program takes a business approach to the functional areas of computer programming, systems analysis, and network administration. Please contact the Director of Computer Science Technology for additional information, including employment opportunities and continuation into the baccalaureate degree programs in General Business, Communication Studies, Technical and
Applied Studies, or Communication Systems Management.

Core Requirements: 44-47 hours
ATCH 103 or
ACCT 101
Financial Acct. Proc. or
Financial Accounting
4 hours
ATCH 104 or
ACCT 102
Financial Acct. Proc. or
Managerial Accounting
4 hours
BUSL 255 or
BMT 285 or
PHIL 235
Law and Society
Government and Business
Business Ethics
4 hours
CTCH 125 Intro to Computers 4 hours
ECON 103 Prin. of Microeconomics 4 hours
ENG 151 Freshman Composition 5 hours
COMS 103 Fundamentals of Public Speaking 4 hours
MATH 113 or
other Tier I Math
(except PHIL 120)
Algebra 4-5 hours
MATH 250 Intro to Prob. and Stat. 4 hours
OTEC 230 or
QBA 201
Business Communication II or
Intro to Bus. Statistics
4 hours
Tier II Social Sciences 3-5 hours
Major Requirements: 35 hours

CTCH 127

Introduction to Website Management

4 hours

CTCH 133

Programming and Design I

5 hours

CTCH 160

Network Concepts I – Network+

4 hours

CTCH 161

Network Concepts II – Network+

4 hours

CTCH 233

Programming and Design II

5 hours

CTCH 241

Visual Programming

5 hours

CTCH 285 Database Management Systems 4 hours

CTCH 291A

Systems Analysis I

4 hours

Major Electives: 16 hours

CTCH 189A

Internets and Distributed Computing I –
Cisco CCNA I

4 hours

CTCH 189B

Internets and Distributed Computing II –
Cisco CCNA II

4 hours
CTCH 189C Distributed Computer Applications –
Cisco CCNA III
4 hours
CTCH 189D Network Security -
Cisco CCNA IV
4 hours
EM 212 Intro to Multimedia 4 hours
EM 215 Intro to Web Design 4 hours
EM 218 Intro to Digital Media 4 hours

Any CTCH 200 or higher level course other than CTCH 291A, CTCH 285, & CTCH 241, including but not limited to:

CTCH 214  Computer System Maintenance and Troubleshooting – A+ (5)
CTCH 264  Computer and Network Security – Security+ (4)
CTCH 265 Advanced Networking Concepts and Network Administration –
MCSE (4)
CTCH 266 Wireless Systems – CWNA (4)
CTCH 270 System Administration – MCSE (4)
CTCH 280  Operating Systems – MCSE (4)
CTCH 286  Database Application Development (4)
CTCH 287   Database Administration (4)
CTCH 288  Advanced Web Design (4)
CTCH 291B Systems Analysis II (4)
Minimum required for graduation: 97 hours


Certificate in Computer Networking



Many jobs today require basic networking and internetworking skills. Ohio University Southern campus offers a certificate in Computer Networking that could help non-computer majors and working professionals to prepare for positions or jobs that require web design, computer networking, hardware, and security skills.
The following classes are required for the certificate:
Certificate in Computer Networking

CTCH 127

Intro. to Website Management

4 Hrs

CTCH 160

Network Concepts I – Network+

4 Hrs

CTCH 161

Network Concepts II – Network+

4 Hrs

CTCH 214

Computer System Maintenance and Troubleshooting – A+

5 Hrs

CTCH 264

Computer and Network Security – Security+

4 Hrs

Total

21 Hrs




Certificate in IT


Today, more and more jobs require computer skills. Ohio University southern campus offers a certificate in IT that could help non-computer majors and working professionals to prepare for IT positions or jobs that require strong computer skills.
The following classes are required for the certificate:
Certificate in IT

CTCH 127

Introduction to Website Management

4 hours

CTCH 133

Programming and Design I

5 hours

CTCH 160

Network Concepts I

4 Hrs

CTCH 161

Network Concepts II

4 Hrs

CTCH 241

Visual Programming

5 Hrs

CTCH 285

Database Management Systems

4 Hrs

CTCH 291A

System Analysis I

4 Hrs

ELECTIVE

Approved CTCH elective

4 Hrs

Total

34 Hrs


For more information contact:
Scott Nicholas, Director,
Computer Science Technology Program
Email: nicholar@ohio.edu
Telephone: (740) 533-4626