| INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (ITS) COURSES |
| ITS122: Cyber Security Fundamentals |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 122 introduces fundamental cyber security concepts. This course covers the fundamentals of risk management, cryptography, incident response and recovery, access control, authentication, types of attackers and attacks, and countermeasures. Students sometimes choose to take the CompTIA Security+ certification test following completion of this class because of the large overlap between this course and the Security+ exam objectives. |
| Prereq: Qualification for ENG 22 or qualification for ESOL 94 or qualification for a higher-level English course; and qualification for MATH 82 or qualification for a higher-level mathematics course., Coreq: - |
| ITS124: Small Business Networking |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 124 provides students with an overview of essential networking concepts, terminology and skills. The course gives students a fundamental understanding of the technological, business and legal issues related to a networked organization. The course also introduces the student to security concepts such as cryptography, digital signatures, key management and authentication. Some students may opt to take the CompTIA Network+ exam upon the completion of ITS 124 because much of the CompTIA Network+ exam material is covered in class. |
| Prereq: Qualification for ENG 22 or qualification for ESOL 94 or qualification for a higher-level English course; and qualification for MATH 82 or qualification for a higher-level mathematics course., Coreq: - |
| ITS128: Introduction to Problem Solving and the Programing Process |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 128 introduces students to problem solving, logical and programming skills used in a business computing environment. Step-bystep logic is provided and implemented in computer programs in a language deemed most appropriate for this course. Emphases are placed on valid solution designs and correct language syntax usage. Basic programming structures and concepts, common to all programming languages, are major components of this course. |
| Prereq: Qualification for ENG 22 or ESOL 94 or higher-level English course; and qualification for MATH 82 or higher-level mathematics course., Coreq: - |
| ITS129: Introduction to Databases |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 129 introduces the student to databases. The course covers the tools needed to query and modify database objects and introduces the student to database design concepts. A substantial part of the course involves the understanding of the relationship between databases, tables, records and fields. The course includes hands-on activities in a computer environment that provides the student with experience designing, creating, and manipulating a database using the appropriate information technology tools. |
| Prereq: Qualification for ENG 22 or qualification for ESOL 94 or qualification for a higher-level English course; and qualification for MATH 82 or qualification for a higher-level mathematics course., Coreq: - |
| ITS142: Network Security |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 142 provides an overview of network security principles and tools. This course emphasizes the practical application of skills needed to design, implement, and support network security. This course supports the development of critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills through hands-on labs and allows students to experiment with network behavior. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 122 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 124., Coreq: - |
| ITS144: Computer Architecture Concepts and Support |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 144 provides computer architecture and support concepts and hands-on activities relating to the following topics: Computer operating system concepts, computer hardware concepts, computer security, Windows Operating Systems, Linux Operating Systems, Virtualization, Troubleshooting, Computer Maintenance, Operational Policies and Procedures. While the focus of the course is not certification exam preparation, ITS 144 is aligned with the CompTIA A+ certification test objectives |
| Prereq: Qualification for ENG 1oo or higher-level English course; and qualification for MATH 82 or higher-level mathematics course., Coreq: - |
| ITS148: Visual Studio.NET Programming I |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 148 is an introductory course in using the Visual Studio.NET Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to provide viable computing solutions in a business environment. It is assumed that the student is familiar with computer programming. Applications with forms, controls, and code are developed in Visual Studio.NET, using one of its programming languages deemed most appropriate for the course. Computer applications are executed, debugged and undergo tests of their validity. Introductory object oriented programming concepts are emphasized and realized through the creation of user defined classes and their properties and methods. Data validation and general procedure development are also components of this course. |
| Prereq: A minimum grade of C in ITS 128 or consent of Business, Legal, and Technology department chairperson, program coordinator, or instructor., Coreq: - |
| ITS149: (Alpha) Topics in Database Administration I |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 149 (Alpha) presents contemporary database topics in Information Technology. The purpose of ITS 149 is to maintain currency with rapidly changing technologies throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry. Topics may include database administration (database design, advanced SQL statements, Extract Transform, and Load (ETL), data warehousing, etc.); database statistical analysis (modern tools for statistical analysis, data visualization, etc.); and others as they emerge. |
| Prereq: ITS 129 or consent of the instructor or BLT department chair., Coreq: - |
| ITS149AD: Database Administration I |
| Credits: 3 |
| TS 149AD presents the contemporary database topic of basic database administration. In ITS 149AD students learn how to install and maintain a database server. They will gain a conceptual understanding of database server architecture and how its components work and interact with one another. They will also learn how to create an operational database and properly manage the various structures in an effective and efficient manner including performance monitoring, database security, user management, and backup/recovery techniques. |
| Prereq: ITS 129 or consent of the instructor or BLT department chair., Coreq: - |
| ITS149R: Database Administration I: Introduction to Data Analytics and R |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 149R presents the contemporary database topic of Data Analytics, a field at the nexus of statistics, computing, and domain expertise. Students will gain an overview of the field, and learn some of the basic concepts, principles and tools used in Data Analytics. The course will briefly touch upon most of the core subjects that will be studied more in-depth in courses that the students may take later in Database Analytics courses or programs. The course will also provide students with a hands-on introduction to R, with opportunities to analyze real data through a sequence of guided exercises and a final project report. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in BUS 100 or a grade of C or higher in ITS 128; and a grade of C or higher in ITS 129 or consent of instructor or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS222: Cyber Attacks and Defense |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 222 is an interactive course focusing on enumerating, scanning, hacking, and securing computer systems. Students will gain practical experience in both cyber attack and defense strategies and tactics. ITS 222 emphasizes ethical and legal issues related to cyber attacks and defense. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 142., Coreq: - |
| ITS224: Help Desk Support Practices |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 224 introduces the Information Technology student to the key concepts and skills of Help Desk operation. Students will study what a Help Desk is, characteristics of its users, common problems, and tools. Students will learn about how a Help Desk fits into an organization’s structure and mission. Students will learn about the protocol and processing of incidents, and the different support levels and methods. Students will learn about knowledge, asset and security management and how important these are to an organization’s integrity. Students will have opportunities to both study and practice Help Desk operations in a controlled setting. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 124; and a grade of C or higher in ITS 144 or consent of the instructor or consent of the BLT department chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS227: Web Site Development |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 227 introduces the student to the Internet and its effects on modern society. Students will review its history, concepts, and terminology. Hands-on activities will include how to connect to and navigate the Internet, create World Wide Web pages, and develop World Wide Web sites. A variety of Internet resources will be demonstrated and subsequently explored by students. |
| Prereq: -, Coreq: - |
| ITS228: Visual Studio.NET Programming II |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 228 is an advanced-intermediate course in using an industry standard Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to provide viable computing solutions in business and industry. It is assumed that the student is familiar with Visual Studio.NET or similar IDE. Enhanced user interfaces, especially those used in multi-form applications are covered. Object oriented programming concepts regarding inheritance are emphasized and realized through the creation of user defined derived classes that overload and override base classes. Database application development is also a component of this course. |
| Prereq: ITS 148 or consent of the Business, Legal, and Technology department chairperson, IT program coordinator, or instructor., Coreq: - |
| ITS229: (Alpha) Professional Database Skills |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 229 (Alpha) covers hands-on practical skills necessary to the study and practice of database professionals. As technology and databases evolve over time, topics covered in this course may vary in order to maintain currency with industry standards. Course coverage emphasizes timely, real world situations and provides an opportunity for students to integrate new skills with competencies learned in prerequisite courses. Concepts will be discussed, demonstrated, exercised, and applied primarily through class assignments and projects. Successful students will be able to effectively demonstrate use of databases in administrative functions, data mining, and/or data analytics skills at a professional level. |
| Prereq: ITS 129 and ITS 149., Coreq: - |
| ITS229AD: Database Administration II |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 229AD covers hands-on practical skills necessary to the study of database administration and advances students’ knowledge of database administration. In ITS 229AD, students will learn how to configure a database server, practice various methods of database backup and recovery, as well as monitor performance tools. Students will also learn how to administer a database efficiently by using automated and advanced security features. This course will also feature extensive study of Structured Query Language (SQL) and its use in administrative tasks. |
| Prereq: ITS 149AD with a grade of C or higher or consent of instructor or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS229P: Professional Database Skills: Database Analytics with Python |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 229P covers hands-on practical skills necessary to the study of Python and utilizes the Python programming language to explore the fundamental concepts, constructs, and techniques of data analysis in current database systems including: program structures, algorithms, and Big Data sets. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in BUS 100 and A grade of C or higher in ITS 128 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 129 or consent of instructor or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS293: Information Technology Program Internship |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 293 is a cooperative internship education course involving the student and an employer or the college that integrates classroom learning with supervised, structured practical experience. Employment seeking skills such as resume writing, interviewing, application form filling, proper attitude and attire will be emphasized. Students’ interests, ITS program content and the availability of jobs are considered when making internship assignments. It offers the opportunity to further develop workplace soft skills and technical skills. |
| Prereq: Consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS344: Small Business Server Administration |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 344 provides network business server operating system administration concepts and hands-on activities. Installation, configuration and maintenance will be covered in the context of a small business. This course will cover the following topics: overview of Windows and UNIX/Linux servers, installation and configuration including automated installation, remote installation, file systems, hard disk management, NTFS, VMFS, EXT3. ZFS, security, active directory, organization units, containers, user and group account administration, group policies, network printers, network protocols, TCP/IP networking topics, DHCP, static and dynamic IP addressing, WINS, DNS, RRAS, Security, PKI, backup and disaster recovery, resilience, redundancy. and fault tolerance, network management, consoles, applications servers, web environment, FTP, web servers, IIS, terminal services, remote administration, physical environment considerations, server virtualization concepts, system monitoring tools, documentation, and application of industry best practices. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 224 or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS347: Active Server Pages.Net--Web Development |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 347 teaches students the back end of Web processing using Active Server Pages (ASP.Net) on a contemporary Windows Server and a .NET framework. ASP pages bring various contemporary technologies together; web technologies, databases, and programming converge in the design and development of dynamic websites. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 227 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 327 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 228; or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS381: (Alpha) Topics in Information Technology |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 381(Alpha) presents contemporary Information Technology topics. The purpose of ITS 381 is to maintain currency with rapidly changing technologies throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry. Topics may include networking (operating systems, hardware, operating systems, etc.); software (program development techniques, object-oriented design, electronic imaging systems, commerce on the Internet, etc.); and others as they emerge. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 224 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 227 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 228 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 229AD and a grade of “C” or higher in all prerequisites of the same topic; or consent of the Business Education Department Chairperson, program coordinator, or instructor., Coreq: - |
| ITS381B: Topics in Information Technology: Mobile Application Development |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 381B is a project-based course implementing the principles of mobile application design and development. Topics will include mobile app lifecycle; the Model View ViewModel (MVVM) architectural pattern; gesture-based user interface (UI) design and development; animations; page controls and navigation; data handling, storage and backup; maps and geolocation; camera, media and audio; and app packaging, monetization, and publication. Projects will be deployed in a cloud-based hosting facility, such as an app store. Course work will include project conception, design, implementation, and pilot testing of mobile applications. Each step of the process will be journaled and be maintained in a learning log, using a contemporary Weblog tool. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 224 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 227 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 228 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 229AD and a grade of C or higher in all prerequisite courses of the same topic; or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS381CV: Topics in Information Technology: Cloud Virtualization |
| Credits: 3 |
| The purpose of ITS 381CV is to maintain currency with rapidly and burgeoning information technology area of virtualization throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry. Students will learn exactly what virtualization is and what its advantages and disadvantages are. They will learn the process of setting up, configuring, managing, administering, and distributing virtual machines. Students will learn about both virtual servers as well as virtual desktops. They will be exposed to various vendors that provide virtualization. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 122 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 124 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 142 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 144., Coreq: - |
| ITS381F: Topics in Information Technology: Computer Forensics and Investigations |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 381F teaches that computers are being used for an ever-growing variety of purposes in our lives, including increasingly for espionage and crime. ITS 381F will cover the ethics of computer use and misuse, how to obtain, secure, and preserve digital evidence, how to correctly conduct computer investigations, and the legal issues involved in computer investigations. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 224 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 227 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 228 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 229AD; or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS381M: Topics in Information Technology: Mobile Application Development |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 381M is a project-based course implementing the principles of mobile application design and development. Topics will include mobile app lifecycle; the Model View View Model (MVVM) architectural pattern; gesture-based user interface (UI) design and development; animations; page controls and navigation; data handling, storage and backup; maps and geolocation; camera, media and audio; and app packaging, monetization, and publication. Projects will be deployed in a cloud-based hosting facility, such as an app store. Course work will include project conception, design, implementation, and pilot testing of mobile applications. Each step of the process will be journaled and be maintained in a learning log, using a contemporary Weblog tool. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 224 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 227 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 228 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 229AD and a grade of C or higher in all prerequisites of the same topic; or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal, &Technology Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS381OS: Small Business Server OS Administration |
| Credits: 3 |
| The purpose of ITS 381OS is to maintain currency with rapidly changing technologies network business server operating system administration concepts throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry by using current Web server technologies such as IIS and Apache. Installation, configuration and maintenance will be covered in the context of a small business. This course will cover the following topics: overview of Network servers, installation and configuration including automated installation, remote installation, file systems, hard disk management, security, directory services, user and group account administration, network services, network protocols, TCP/IP networking topics, static and dynamic IP addressing, Remote Access, security protocols, backup and disaster recovery, availability, redundancy, and fault tolerance, network management, application servers, web environment, terminal services, remote administration, physical environment considerations, server virtualization concepts, system monitoring tools, documentation, and application of industry best practices. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 142 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 144; or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS381PM: Topics in Information Technology: Project Management |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 381PM presents the contemporary Information Technology topic of project management principles associated with managing an IT project, including goals, scope, schedule, quality, risk, knowledge management, and budget. It covers the project management body of knowledge (PMBOK) which is the foundation of the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. The course will also introduce students to software tools that support project management activities. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ICS 101 or equivalent; and qualification for ENG 22 or ESOL 94 or higher-level English course; or consent of the Business, Legal, and Technology department chairperson, program coordinator, or instructor., Coreq: - |
| ITS381RF: Computer Incident Response and Forensics |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 381RF addresses a contemporary Information Security need. Even the best maintained and defended networks are vulnerable to intrusion incidents. This course teaches computer forensics principles based around the purpose of enabling incident response actions in a business network environment. Building off a fundamental understanding of information security concepts, students will learn best practices for detecting, analyzing, and handling malicious activity. Topics include Linux forensics, Windows forensics, disk and memory forensics, malware triage, network forensics, threat modeling, analysis techniques, and incident response procedures. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS122 or a grade of C or higher in ITS 324 or consent of instructor, IT Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Department chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS382: (Alpha) Topics in Information Technology Cyber Security Technologies |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 382 (Alpha) presents contemporary Information Technology Cyber Security Technologies topics, which may include various security techniques, risk threat and mitigation, forensics, ethical hacking and others as they emerge. The purpose of ITS 382 (Alpha) is to maintain currency with rapidly changing cyber security technologies throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 222 or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS382RF: Topics in Information Technology: Incident Response and Forensics |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 382RF addresses a contemporary Information Cyber Security need in forensics and incident response. Even the best maintained and defended networks are vulnerable to intrusion incidents. ITS 382RF teaches computer forensics principles based around the purpose of enabling incident response actions in a business network environment. Building off a fundamental understanding of information security concepts, students will learn best practices for detecting, analyzing, and handling malicious activity. To assist students in to maintaining currency with rapidly changing cyber security technologies, topics may include Linux forensics, Windows forensics, disk and memory forensics, malware triage, network forensics, threat modeling, analysis techniques, and incident response procedures. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 122 or a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 324 or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS387: (Alpha) Topics in Information Technology Web Technologies |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 387 (Alpha) presents contemporary Information Technology Web Technologies topics, which may include various web development languages, rapid development tools, web application development, web and database connectivity and others as they emerge. The purpose of ITS 387 is to maintain currency with rapidly changing web technologies throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 227 or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS387J: Dynamic HTML |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 387J expands on the contemporary Information Technology Web Technology skill sets of HTML, CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), and Javascript. To assist students in maintaining currency in rapidly changing technologies, ITS 387J focuses on streamlined coding for design, dynamic content, and interactivity. Students will learn how to create Cascading Style Sheets that both control the layout and design of entire websites using a minimal amount of code.Students will learn how to create Dynamic HTML (DHTML) that changes both the content and format of Web pages depending on user input. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 227 or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS387P: Programming Database Driven Websites |
| Credits: 3 |
| The purpose of ITS 387P is to maintain currency with rapidly changing website technologies throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai'i's business industry. Websites have become the standard medium for exchanging data between users and organizations, as well as between users. Websites interface user client-side browsers to organizational databases. ITS387P is a project-based course where students can expand upon their knowledge using the most common client side programming languages as well as the most common server side scripting language and database technology in use by organizations today. Projects will include writing client side programs in HTML, JavaScript, jQuery and Angular JS, as well as server side programs written in PHP interfacing to SQL databases. Students also learn how to configure WordPress websites interfacing server side SQL databases. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 227 and ITS 129; or Consent of instructor or Consent of Program Coordinator or Consent of Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS388: (Alpha) Topics in Information Technology: Programming Technologies |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 388 (Alpha) presents contemporary Information Technology Programming Technologies topics in various programming languages, rapid development tools, app development, database connectivity and others as they emerge. The purpose of ITS 388 is to maintain currency with rapidly changing programming technologies throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 228 and a grade of “C” or higher in ITS 229AD; or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS388AL: Topics in Information Technology: Assembly Language Programming for Intel and AMD Microprocessor Based Systems |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 388AL is a project-based course implementing the principles of machine level programming for Intel and AMD microprocessors. Topics will include instruction set architectures, machine level program using the Microsoft Assembler (MASM) Assembly Language, microprocessor design, memory management and input-output systems. Projects will include writing stand alone programs. Projects will also include writing programs that support higher-level language supporting functions as well as processor support for fast functions that cannot be implemented in a higher-level language. Integrating fast machine-level programs for greatly increasing critical paths in programs written in higher-level languages will also be covered. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 128 or ICS 111 or equivalent; and a grade of C or higher in ITS 144; and qualification for ENG 22 or ESOL 94 or higher-level English course; and qualification for MATH 82 or higher-level mathematics course; or consent of the Business, Legal, and Technology department chairperson, program coordinator, or instructor., Coreq: - |
| ITS388C: Application Development in C# |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 388C provides a controlled, structured environment for the student to experience the entire sweep of activities necessary to create and deploy a modern, non-trivial application from end to end. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 228 or a grade of C or higher in ITS 229AD or consent of instructor, the Program Coordinator or the Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS388PY: Topics in Information Technology: Python Programming |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 388PY covers the essentials of the Python programming language (data types, data structures, if/if-else statements, looping, functions and exceptions). To assist students in maintaining currency with the rapidly changing programming technologies ITS 388PY goes into depth in certain areas such as arrays, graphing, objects and classes, and GUI programming. The Python programming language can be used in Web Development and also for data access, analysis, and visualization. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 227 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 228 and a grade of C or higher in ITS 229AD; or consent of instructor or Program Coordinator., Coreq: - |
| ITS389: (Alpha) Topics in Information Technology Database Technologies |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 389 (Alpha) presents contemporary Information Technology Database Technologies , such as cloud hosted databases, non-relational database technologies, and others as they emerge. The purpose of ITS 389 is to maintain currency with rapidly changing database technologies throughout the world, with an emphasis in Hawai`i's business industry. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 229AD or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
| ITS389BD: Database Analytics: Big Data and NoSQL |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 389BD, while presenting a contemporary Information Technology Database Technology, introduces students to basic technology (algorithms, architectures, systems) in connection with large-scale data management and information extraction techniques for big data. The course will start by introducing Big Data models, databases and query languages, cover modern distributed database systems and algorithms, and Big Data systems adopted in industry and science applications. Implementation of a data analysis engine on a standalone machine will be covered and students will learn how to build their own database engine for Big Data. The course will also cover critical topics in mining and knowledge discovery of big data, with applications in social analytics, cyber security, and information networks. |
| Prereq: A grade of C or higher in ITS 229AD or consent of the instructor or BLT department chair., Coreq: - |
| ITS389C: Topics in Information Technology Database Technology: Cloud |
| Credits: 3 |
| ITS 389C advances the students’ knowledge of database technology by adding the advantages, complexities, and new security concerns of current cloud hosting systems such as Amazon Web Service (AWS). To assist students in maintaining currency with rapidly changing database technologies ITS 389C will teach students how to design, create, deploy, secure, administer, extend, backup, and recover databases in a virtualized remote hosting system. |
| Prereq: A grade of “C” or higher in ITS 229AD or consent of instructor, Program Coordinator or Business, Legal & Technology Education Department Chairperson., Coreq: - |
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