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Accreditation
American InterContinental University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees.
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Bachelor of Information Technology Degree : Computer Systems
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Information Technology (IT) is projected to be one of the most rapidly expanding sectors of the job market, based upon U.S. Department of Labor statistics. AIU Online's Bachelor of Information Technology completion degree with a concentration in Computer Systems is designed to help students pursue successful careers in this always exciting, ever-changing field.
Students who successfully complete the online BIT degree completion program with a concentration in Computer Systems should be able to:
- Learn and apply the basics of collaborative learning and project management skills to teamwork throughout the program.
- Understand the foundational operating systems knowledge for Windows 2000, Unix and Linux operating systems.
- Explain the primary components of a network.
- Configure and troubleshoot a network operating system.
- Learn the principles of programming using HTML to design simple web pages.
- Demonstrate an ability to program for database connectivity and deploy an application over a network.
- Understand and apply the principles of object-oriented programming for web applications.
- Create secure, scalable active web sites.
- Develop queries, forms and reports in Microsoft Access database using SQL.
- Understand and execute the basic tools and concepts of administering and Oracle database.
The courses required to complete the Bachelor of Information Technology Degree with a concentration in Computer Systems include:
- Database Design
This is an advanced course in relational database design and implementation. Students will focus on database creation and management.
- Network Operating System Administration
This course gives the student an in-depth understanding of a network server operating system. Students will explore installation options, troubleshooting, configuration, and administration.
- Advanced Web Application Development
This course focuses on the practical application of Internet technologies. Students will create a web application that delivers dynamic content to a website.
- Concepts in Information Technology
This conceptual course provides an overview of information technology. Students will examine computer systems, hardware, programming languages, databases and the relationships between them.
- Introduction to Networks
This course provides students with a conceptual overview of networks. Network communication is presented at the conceptual level via OSI reference model, and then at a practical level with TCP/IP.
- Programming Concepts
Students examine programming concepts and apply constructs such as control structures, arrays, functions, and procedures.
- Application Development
In this course students learn how to develop graphical user interface applications using a disciplined coding style, including documentation and implementation standards.
- Relational Database Management System Implementation
This course examines RDBMS concepts, relational database theory, and implementation of database systems. Emphasis will be placed on the concepts of database design, data storage, querying, and retrieval.
- Data-Connected Applications
In this course students will build upon their database and programming skills to construct distributed dynamic data connected applications
- Analytical Approaches to Information Technology
This capstone course presents key topics in information technology management, such as project management, team development, quality assurance and standards.
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Education Resources
Earn Your Degree Online
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
5550 Prairie Stone Parkway Suite 400
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Delivery Format:
Our virtual campus provides students with a rich learning environment. Classes are delivered in a multi-media format. You'll have access to the Virtual campus 24 hours a day whether you choose to pursue your studies while traveling, at work, or at home.
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Technical Requirements:
AIU Online can check your computer remotely to ensure you have all the plug-ins needed.
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Geographic Restrictions:
None.
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On-Campus Requirement:
None.
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Calendar Type:
Programs begin every 5 weeks.
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