information science &technology at mercer university
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Information Science &Technology
at Mercer University
What is Information Science & Technology?
New emerging academic disciplineClosely associated with computer science in that it builds upon the theoretical foundations of CSCProvides a focus on some area such as computer networks, database development or administration, or Internet developmentEmphasizes state-of-the-art tools and technologyEmphasizes integration of technology for end user
Signs that IST is Developing as a New Academic Discipline
NSF has for the first time ever provided 90 million dollars for IT researchComputer Science Accreditation Commission has just recently announced preliminary criteria for such a programIT Curriculum is being discussed at CSC Conferences such as ACM SIGCSE – Feb 21-25, 2001 “IT Curriculum Development” “Model Curricula for IT Schools”
Differences Between IST and CSC
Computer scientist tends to build and extend underlying technology, while the information technologist tends to apply available technology to solve real-world problemsIT identifies a need for technology, CSC then creates the technology, which then IT helps people to use effectivelyCSC involves more programming; IST involves more putting together of existing components with tools like Visual BasicInformation Technologist helps decide what technology is appropriate and helps deploy it
Why Should We Offer an IST Major?
Recognized as an academic discipline by various organizations (CSAC, NSF)Bring diverse academic disciplines together through technology Builds upon the strengths of current faculty Programming Web development Computer networks
Potential for attracting new students to MercerLots of jobs available
Our Philosophy for ISTOffered within the context of a strong liberal arts educational environmentInterdisciplinary in natureEmphasize theoretical foundations, analysis & design throughout the programPrepare students to be able to adapt to changing technology vs. learning only current technologyShould include equal coverage of: Skills Foundational concepts Intellectual capabilities
Distinctive Feature of IST Major
Offered within context of strong liberal arts environmentHoused within CSAC accredited computer science programOffered by very qualified facultyDesigned around proposed standards for accreditationGoal is to make students critical thinkers that are able to cope with the change that is common to technologyEmphasize theoretical foundations and design
Requirements for B.S. in IST
Major 44 hours in IST and CSC
24 – 36 hours in IST 7 – 20 hours in CSC
6 hours in MAT 6 hours in TCO 3 hours in BUS
CLA General Ed. (42 – 50 hours)Required minor: 15 hoursGeneral electives: 4 – 13 hoursSee www.cs.mercer.edu for course descriptions
Requirements for B.A. in IST
Major 37 hours in IST and CSC
18 – 30 hours in IST 7 - 16 hours in CSC
6 hours in MAT 3 hours in TCO
CLA General Ed. (42 – 50 hours)
32 – 40 hours available for 2nd major or minors
Requirements for Minor is IST
Minimum of 17 hours to include: IST 126. Introduction to Information
Science and TechnologyAt least 6 hours of IST courses numbered
300 or aboveCSC 204, 205, and 206 may be used
towards the 17 hours
How Students May Combine Another
Academic Area with ISTMinor in IST and major in another area
Major in IST (B.A.) and major in another area
Major in IST (B.S.) and Emphasis in another area
Emphasis component of IST
Emphasis from other departments and schools encouragedPotential areas for emphasis in IST: Physics, Education, Art, Music, MathExample: Major (B.S.) in IST and emphasis in Graphic Art Major in IT: 35 hrs in IST & CSC courses Art Department: 9 hours of Graphic Art Minor in Art – 15 hrs in ART Senior Design Project in Graphic Art Internship position in Graphic Art
Schedule of CoursesDevelop courses gradually
Fall, 2001 – IST 126
Spring, 2002 – IST 126 & IST 222
Groups of three courses offered on a rotational basis Fall 2001 Spring 2002 Fall 2002 Spring 2003 Fall 2003 Spring 2004 Fall 2004 Spring 2005
CSC 204 204 204 204 205 205 205 TCO 285 285 285 341 341 341 BUS 349 349 INT 126 126 126 126 126 126 126 126 222 220 221 222 220 221 222 276 277 316 276 277 318 313 311 318 313 350 351 352 350 351 463 461 462 463 470 471 470 471
Additional Resources
New IST faculty position for fall, 2001
Second IST faculty position for fall, 2002
Networks Laboratory
Additional Classroom space
What About the IT Professionals?
Expand certification training for IT professionalsExtend offerings to both fall and springNon-credit coursesPotential areas of training: System Administration (MCSE) Network Administration (CCNA) Database Administration (MCDBA) Software Development (MCSD)
Undergraduate Computer-Related Programs at
MercerComputer Science: B.S. and B.A. in CLAInformation Science and Technology: B.S. and B.A. in CLAComputer Engineering: BSE in Engineering SchoolComputer Information Systems: BBA in Business School
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