spring 2014 - TSYS School of Computer Science

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SPRING 2014
Topic
Page Number
Course Offering
4
Calendar
4
Important Dates
5
Advisor Directory
6
Textbook Information
7-8
Things to Do
9-10
Graduating Students
11
Online Bookstore Information
12
Advisement Process
13
Registration Process
14
Prepare Your Computer
15-18
Access Your Course
(Georgia On MyLine or Vista)
17-21
Login Information by University
22-36
First Day of Class List
37
Course Evaluations
38
Classroom Etiquette
39
Course Rotation
40-41
Course Summary
42-60
Program Policies
61
Dear WebBSIT Student,
Happy Spring 2014 Semester to you! Although the weather outside is not
quite spring I am sure we will soon have warm temperatures. Similarly, as you
begin this Spring semester, you may feel a chill as you learn the new Learning
Management System Design but as time goes by, you will warm up to our
learning environment.
As each semester goes by, use my contact information below if you have any
questions, concerns, or comments that you find important for me to know
about. Just know, I am on your side and rooting for you to obtain your goal of
a Bachelor Degree in Information Technology. I look forward to having a great
semester with you.
Sincerely,
Executive Director for WebBSIT Program
[email protected]
Course Offering
Course Number and Description
WBIT 1100 Introduction to Information Technology
WBIT 1100 Introduction to Information Technology
WBIT 1310 Programming & Problem Solving I
WBIT 2000 The Enterprise and IT
WBIT 2300 Discrete Math for IT
WBIT 2311 Programming and Problem Solving II
WBIT 3111 Information Technology Project Management
WBIT 3200 Database Design, Development and Deployment
WBIT 3400 Introduction to Digital Media
WBIT 3510 Data Communications and Networking
WBIT 3600 Introduction to E-Commerce
WBIT 4030 Senior Project and Portfolio
WBIT 4112 Systems Acquisition, Integration & Implementation
WBIT 4602 Research - IT Strategy, Design & Development
WBIT 4610 IT Policy and Law
CALENDAR
Attendance Verification Due January 13
Classes Begin/End January 13 - May 2
*Drop/Add January 13 - 17
Deadline to Signup for Proctored February 19, by 11:59
Midterms PM EST
Midterm Exam Period February 25 - Mar 1
Midpoint of Semester March 5
Deadline to Signup for Proctored Fi- April 18, by 11:59 PM
nals EDT
Final Exam Period May 5-7
Grades Due May 9
Instructor
Larry Booth
Christopher Leverett
Cheryl Garvin
Simon Baev
Cheryl Garvin
Cheryl Garvin
Chris McCarthy
Sandra Jones
Susan VandeVen
Larry Booth
Chris McCarthy
Kamfui Lau
Mehdi Tehrani
Sandra Jones
Harvey Hyman
Timur Mirzoev
Becky Rutherfoord
Sending Institution
CLSU
AASU
AASU
GSW
COL
COL
AASU
CSU
SPSU
CSU
AASU
AASU
COL
CSU
GSU
GSU
SPSU
IMPORTANT THINGS
TO REMEMBER
Your University and the WebBSIT
Calendar will be different
Use the WebBSIT calendar for the
class begin and end dates.
Your course is not accessible
through your school’s website.
Login to your courses at: https://
webbsit.view.usg.edu/ .
IMPORTANT DATES
Classes Begin/End
Students Access Course
Attendance Verification Posted in INGRESS
January 13
January 13th
January 17th
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv0f3ihovle6x1/start
Drop/Add
Deadline for students to complete survey for Proctored Midterms
Based on university calendar
February 19th
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv3bdkhovlrmoe/start
Proctored Midterm Exams to Executive Director
Midterm Exam Period
Midpoint of Semester
Midterm Grades Posted in INGRESS and Course
February 17th
February 25th-March 1st
February 29th
February 29th
*Midterm grades will be “S” for satisfactory or “U” for unsatisfactory
Last Day to Withdraw
Deadline to complete survey for Proctored Finals
Based on university calendar
April 18th, by 11:59 PM EDT
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv2g2jhovlpwoi/start
Course and Instruction Evaluation Period
January 13th-May 7th
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv0fjxhovlgp5o/start
*Students should complete the course evaluation. The more students who do
this the better.
*Reports are sent to the Dean and Department chair at each institution.
Final Exam Period
Final Grades Posted in INGRESS and Course
May 5th-7th
May 9th
Advisor Information
First Name
Last Name
E-mail
Title
Institution
Kam
Lau
[email protected]
Advisor
AASU
Wayne
Summers
[email protected]
Department Chair
COL
Mehdi
Tehrani
[email protected]
Advisor
COL
Byron
Jeff
[email protected]
Department Chair
CLSU
Larry
Booth
[email protected]
Advisor
CLSU
Art
Gowan
[email protected]
Department Chair
GSU
Sherry
Karen
Hoffman
Cook
[email protected]
Advisor
Advisor
GSU
GSW
Becky
Rutherfood [email protected]
Department Chair
SPSU
Susan
VandeVen
[email protected]
Advisor
SPSU
Angela
Leverett
[email protected]
Executive Director
WebBSIT
[email protected]
Legend
Acronym
Institution Name
AASU
Armstrong Atlantic State University
CLSU
Clayton State University
COL
Columbus State University
GSU
Georgia Southern University
GSW
Georgia Southwestern University
SPSU
Southern Polytechnic State University
WBIT 1100
New Persepectives Comprehensive,
16th ed
Author: Parsons, June Jamrich
Edition: 2014
ISBN: 9781285096926
Note: Students must choose an
option that includes the eBook or
eBook CD-ROM.
WBIT 2000
IT Systems Management
Author: Schiesser, Rich
Edition: 2ND 10
ISBN 13: 978-0-13-702506-0
Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.
WBIT 2311
Introduction to Java
Programming, Comprehensive
Author: Liang, Y. Daniel
Edition: 8TH 11
ISBN 13: 978-0-13-213080-6
WBIT 1310
Introduction to Java
Programming, Comprehensive
Version plus MyProgramming Lab
with Pearson e-text-Access Card
Author: Liang, Y. Daniel
Edition: 9th
ISBN: 01333050572
WBIT 2300
Discrete Mathematics and Its
Applications
Author: Rosen, Kenneth H.
Edition: 7TH 11
ISBN 13: 978-0-07-338309-5
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
WBIT 3111
Managing Systems And IT
Projects
Author: Tsui, Frank
Edition: 2011
ISBN 13: 978-0-7637-9061-5
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett
Publishers
WBIT 3200
Database Processing
Author: Kroenke, David
Edition: 12TH 12
ISBN 13: 978-0-13-214537-4
WBIT 3400
Multimedia : Making It Work
With CD
Author: Vaughan, Tay
Edition: 8TH 11
ISBN 13: 978-0-07-174846-9
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
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available
Case
Book
WBIT 3510
Data Communications and
Computer Networks: A Business
Users Approach
Author: White, Curt
WBIT 3600
E-Commerce: Business, Tech.,
Society, Essentials
Author: Laudon, Kenneth
Edition: 7th
ISBN 13: 9781133626466
ISBN-10: 0133544982
WBIT 4112
Systems Acquisition, Integration
and Implementation
There will be in class readings
provided in place of the
textbook.
Edition: 2014
WBIT 4610
Legal Environment of Business
and Online Commerce
Author: Cheeseman, Henry R.
Edition: 7th
ISBN: 9780132870887
Important Note
WBIT 4030 does not have a course
textbook.
WBIT 4602 does not have a course
textbook.
Things to Do
Before classes begin, complete the Attendance Verification. This is mandatory for all students.
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv0f3ihovle6x1/start
2. If your class will have a proctored midterm exam, complete the survey
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv3bdkhovlrmoe/start
3. If your class will have a proctored final exam, complete the survey
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv2g2jhovlpwoi/start
4. At the end of the semester, complete the Course and Instructor Evaluation survey
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8mv0fjxhovlgp5o/start
5. Use the Galileo to access Library resources to use as references for your paper. Each semester
the password will change. The Spring Semester Password is:
somebody
6. If you miss an exam or assignment, immediately contact your Instructor.
7. If you have any concerns or questions that are not being answered, contact the Executive
Director at [email protected].
8. Learn your Vista or Georgia On My Line Login as shown within this document. Remember,
your course will be available on the first day of class.
Things to Do
9. Obtain your course textbooks, as shown within this document.
10. Verify the course syllabus shows the same textbook as shown in this document.
11. Contact your Financial Aid Department to learn the check distribution date.
12. View your University’s Academic Calendar.
13. View the WebBSIT Academic Calendar as shown in this document. Add dates to your personal
calendar.
14. Learn your University Student ID Number.
15. After obtaining your Vista Login, Access your courses at: https://webbsit.view.usg.edu
Graduating Students
You must complete the graduation process one semester before you
plan to graduate. Contact your adviser and/or view your university
website to learn how to apply for graduation.
Typically, a student will do the following through their university:
Request confirmation from your advisor that you will soon
complete the degree.
Complete the University graduation application
If you choose not to walk during the ceremony, complete the
absentia graduation form.
Pay the graduation fee
Reserve your cap and gown
Confirm you have no outstanding debts at the university
Confirm the university student information system list your
correct address.
Determine the Commencement Date and Location
Possibly, make hotel reservations
Online Textbook Store
You can use any textbook retailer to obtain your course books. If you so desire, at the
end of the semester, sell your book back to the WebBSIT Virtual Bookstore.
University
University Bookstore Website
AASU
http://www.armstrong.edu/Departments/bookstore/
CLSU
http://auxiliaries.clayton.edu/bookstore/
COL
http://www.bkstr.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/
StoreCatalogDisplay?catalogId=10001&langId=-
GSU
http://www.gsustore.com/
GSW
http://www.gswbookstore.com/
SPSU
http://spsu.bncollege.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/
Advisement Process
If a course is closed or an error occurs as you attempt
to register for classes, immediately, contact your
adviser or Department Chair. Either one can provide
you access into courses.
Registration Process
Contact your Advisor to learn the registration process for your institution.
Typically, students will register in one of the following manners:
E-mail advisor to request an advisement appointment.
Provide your desired course schedule
Confirm the number of course or credit hours remaining until you
graduation
Your advisor will use the university student registration system
(Banner) to register you for courses
OR
2. You will login to the university student registration system (Banner) to
input your course schedule
You login to the online registration system
Typically, it is given a catchy name like MyGeorgiaSouthern, Cougar,
Duck, etc.
You follow the registration directions provided by your university
Prepare your Computer for WebBSIT courses
PASSWORDS
1. GoView users at certain institutions must reset their own passwords. For a
list of these institutions & password reset instructions, review the article at
the link below: http://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?
deptID=8075&task=knowledge&questionID=2463
Uers at all other GoView institutions should contact the Online Support Center
(OSC) at http://help8.view.usg.edu to have their passwords reset for them.
2. Your institution will provide you with your initial username and password.
For security reasons, password resets can ONLY be sent to your campus email
account. Contact your campus IT department for information on accessing
your campus email account.
AVAILABILITY
3. Most online courses will not be available until the first day of class. If your
instructor has told you that your GoView course will be available sooner, but it
doesn’t seem to be, contact your instructor.
4. If you register late, your course will not be available until 1–2 business days
after registration. If this time has passed, and you still do not have access to
your course, ask your instructor to add you.
TECHNICAL
5. Currently, Firefox is the recommended Windows browser for use with GeorgiaVIEW & GoView. Other browsers may develop problems. Download the
most recent version of Firefox: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/allolder.html
Prepare your Computer for WebBSIT
6. Your Windows computer cannot have more than ONE version of Java (JRE) installed.
Review the Add/Remove Programs Control Panel on your computer and delete all but
the most recent version. If your computer does not have Java installed, learn how to
download it at the link below: http://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?
7. Do not automatically update your browser or Java during the semester. Open your
Java Control Panel and ensure that Check for Updates Automatically is not selected.
COURSE WORK
8. Clear your Browser & Java caches before beginning each Assessment. See the links
below for help:
Clearing Browser cachehttp://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?
Clearing Java cache on a Mac http://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?
Clearing Java cache on a PChttp://d2.parature.com/ics/support/default.asp?
9. Compose Assignments using a program such as Microsoft Word, then copy & paste
the text, or attach the document to your Assignment. If you attempt to write a lengthy
paper within the Assignment Tool your session may time-out and your work will be
lost. Lost compositions are NOT recoverable.
HELP
10. See the GoView OSC website (http://help8.view.usg.edu) for technical assistance
with GeorgiaVIEW. Questions on other topics should be directed to your instructor or
institution. For additional information
Course Maintenance Schedule
Your courses are housed inside of GoView. GoView is essentially a
Learning Management System called Desire to Learn or D2L. This
system is maintained by the University System of Georgia
Information Technology Division. There are scheduled dates in
which GOML is unavailable.
View the maintenance schedule website below. If an assignment or
exam is scheduled on those dates, immediately contact your
professor.
http://www.usg.edu/information_technology_services/
learning_in_21st_century_georgia/georgiaview
Georgia On MyLine (GOML)
Access your course login by contacting your university using either method
shown in the table below. If a web address is shown, it is best to begin there.
As a reminder, your class can not be accessed from a website within your
university. If for some odd reason there is a link for your course, do not use it!
The only way to access a WebBSIT course is through the following website:
https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/
University
AASU
E-mail and Web Address
[email protected]
Telephone
912-344-2518
https://cove.armstrong.edu/lookup_id.php
COL
[email protected]
706-507-8199
https://llum01.columbusstate.edu/cp/home/
displaylogin
CLSU
[email protected]
678-466-4357
https://duck.clayton.edu/pls/banprod/
wgoml.show_id_form
GSU
[email protected]
912-478-5429
https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/
GSW
[email protected]
229-931-2969
[email protected]
SPSU
[email protected]
678-915-4292
GoView Information
Your course uses the Learning Management System D2L. Each university
may not use the term D2L, instead a special name like Wings, Cougar, Ship,
etc. To learn more about your course structure within D2L, view a student
tutorial located at any of the following universities:
AASU http://www.armstrong.edu/Departments/cis_training/
COL
http://online.columbusstate.edu/student_resources.php
CLSU
http://www.clayton.edu/cid/d2lstudenttraining
GSU
http://academics.georgiasouthern.edu/etc/d2l/faqsdnts
GSW
http://gsw.edu/GeorgiaVIEW/
SPSU
http://spsu.edu/d2l/student/access_FAQ.htm
Georgia On MyLine (GOML)
Access your course login by contacting your university using either method
shown in the table below. If a web address is shown, it is best to begin there.
As a reminder, your class can not be accessed from a website within your
university. If for some odd reason there is a link for your course, do not use it!
The only way to access a WebBSIT course is through the following website:
University
AASU
E-mail and Web Address
[email protected]
Telephone
912-344-2518
https://cove.armstrong.edu/lookup_id.php
COL
[email protected]
706-507-8199
https://llum01.columbusstate.edu/cp/home/
displaylogin
CLSU
[email protected]
678-466-4357
https://duck.clayton.edu/pls/banprod/
wgoml.show_id_form
GSU
[email protected]
912-478-5429
https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/
GSW
[email protected]
229-931-2969
[email protected]
SPSU
[email protected]
678-915-4292
Course Maintenance Schedule
Your courses are housed inside of Georgia On MyLine or Vista. This system is
maintained by the University System of Georgia Information Technology Division.
Since all University-level online students in the State of Georgia use this system,
we must abide by the set Maintenance Schedule.
As you know, many Information Technology products periodically receive an
upgrade, patch, or needed updates to the program. Please refer to the link titled
“Maintenance Schedule” as shown on the right hand side of the page after login.
http://www.usg.edu/gaview/support/maint-schedule.phtml
In short, you will not be able to access your Vista course during the maintenance
schedule. If your instructor has an exam or assignment due during this time
period, please send a notification. Further, put the schedule on your personal
calendar so you will not be surprised if you can not access your course.
Only for AASU Students
Hello to all AASU WebBSIT students:
If you do not already know your username for logging into WebBSIT Course Website (now
called Gerogia On My Line or GOML) it can be found at https://cove.armstrong.edu/
lookup_id.php. Fill in the information that is required and to view your Student ID
number, your Pirates’ Cove username and your Pirates’ VIEW Vista username.
The Pirates’ VIEW Vista username is part of the login to GOML WebBSIT courses followed
by “@aasu”. Your complete user login for WebBSIT courses will be your username@aasu
(for example, cramos1@aasu).
Your initial password should be either your current SHIP pin or your 6-digit date of birth
(mmddyy). You can change your password after logging into GOML. Once you log in,
there is a link in the top right hand corner called My Settings. Click on this link and select
Change Password.
HOW TO ACCESS YOUR COURSE
Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student
Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page (optional but
recommended).
Put in your GOML WebBSIT login username and password as described above. Click
OK.
Change your password (optional but it is recommended).
If you have any questions, please contact the Helpdesk at 912-344-2518 or by e-mail at
[email protected]. I will be get back to you as soon as I can. If you contact
the IT Services Helpdesk and you have not heard back from me in 24 hours, please call
again with a message that this is an URGENT matter.
Thank you and have a great semester,
Annette Ramos
VISTA Administrator
Armstrong Atlantic State University
Only for CLSU Students
Dear Clayton State University WebBSIT Student,
The following will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already
know your login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please remember your courses will automatically appear on Monday, January 9th.
FIND YOUR USERNAME AND PASSWORD
Usernames
Your username will be the same username that you use to access the SWAN
(https://swan.clayton.edu/cp/home/displaylogin) portal followed by “@clsu”
Example: If your SWAN username is jdoe, then your username will be jdoe@clsu.
This should not be mistaken for an email address. This is not an email address.
Even if you are a returning student who was previously issued a username in the old
format, your username is now your SWAN username + @clsu.
If you do not know your SWAN username, follow the instructions on the SWAN login
page for looking up your SWAN username.
Passwords
Your password will be whatever your Banner Self-Service PIN was, (better known as
“the DUCK”), at the time that you registered for your first course. When you first logged
into the SWAN, you were prompted to change your DUCK PIN. If you don’t remember
the PIN, then select the DUCK PIN that was in effect at https://duck.clayton.edu/pls/
banprod/wgoml.show_id_form) when you first registered for a course. This should be
you GaView password unless you have changed it within GaView.
If you cannot login, contact the Hub Helpdesk at (678) 466-4357 (HELP) and ask for a
password reset.
Only for CLSU Students
HOW TO ACCESS YOUR COURSE
Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT Student
Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page (optional but
recommended).
OK.
If you cannot login, contact the Hub Helpdesk at (678) 466-4357 (HELP) and ask for a
password reset.
If you are unable to reach the Hub Helpdesk, contact the 24hr Online Support Center
at 1-866-588-5293 or http://help8.view.usg.edu. When you ask for a password reset
it is IMPORTANT that you identify yourself as an WebBSIT student trying to login to
Don't forget about the library services at CSU.
Don't forget about the library services at CSU. Online students receive special library
support services such as individualized research consultation by phone, fax, e-mail or in
person, and direct delivery of articles and books from the CSU Library for online students
who cannot reasonably access an adequate library in their area. You can also receive
assistance with connecting to online databases available through GALILEO, the statewide
virtual library. Each semester that you are an eCore student, you will be provided a
password to access GALILEO.
If you need any assistance or additional information about library services at CSU, please
contact Katherine Ott, the Head of Access and Information Services:
[email protected] or (678) 466-4325.
Only for COL Students
Dear Columbus State University WebBSIT Student,
know your login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please
remember your courses will automatically appear on Monday, January 9th.
Step #1: Log into your COL CougarNet E-mail Account
Your CougarNet e-mail address is the official means of communication from CSU faculty
and staff, and your address will serve as your username for other GOML systems. Your
CougarNet e-mail address was included in your Quick Admit Approval E-mail. In some
cases your advisor may have already sent an e-mail to your CougarNet account, but if
not, you need to initiate contact with your advisor using this account.
To access CougarNet:
Visit the COL homepage http://www.columbusstate.edu/ and select the CougarNet
link in the upper right section of the screen.
To log into the CougarNet system for the first time, enter your username and PIN
which is your 6-digit birth date using 2-digit year (MMDDYY).
You should change your PIN to a password you can remember upon your first system
log in.
**Trouble logging into or accessing your CougarNet E-mail Account? Go to our Portal
Login Information (http://www.columbusstate.edu/portal/helppage.php) page, UITS
Helpdesk (University Information Technology Services) 706-507-8199 or e-mail
[email protected].
Step #2: Make note of your COL Student Identification Number
All GOML students who declare CSU as their home institution are issued a CSU Student ID
or “909 Number”. This number serves in place of your Social Security Number, must be
used in communications with CSU faculty and staff. You can find this number at the top of
your Quick Admit Approval E-mail.
To look up your Student ID:
Visit https://isis.columbusstate.edu/csuid/
Enter and submit the requested information, and your Student ID number will be
provided. Make a note of this number and commit it to memory.
** Trouble obtaining your ID Number? If you have problems with your ‘909’ Student ID
Number please contact the UITS helpdesk @ 706-507-8199, Enrollment Services @ 706507-8800 or email Columbus State University at [email protected].
Step #3: Accessing the E-Classroom
The GOML online courses use the GeorgiaVIEW WebCT Vista System (also known as
WebCT or WebCT Vista). You will be able to log into your classes on the first day of class
(see GOML Academic Term Calendar). Please note: the GeorgiaVIEW WebCT System for
GOML programs can only be accessed using the link below. This system will serve as the
hub for your GOML courses. Here you will attend class, correspond with your classmates
and professors, check your grades and much more.
To log into your online courses:
Access the system at https://webbsit.view.usg.edu/
Log into the system using:
Username: CougarNet login name with @csu appended on: lastname_firstname@csu
(Some login names are followed by digits - If you are not sure you can look yours
up: https://isis.columbusstate.edu/csuid/) Your CougarNet login name is the first part of
your CSU e-mail. Please be aware that your username for GOML is NOT your CSU e-mail
address.
Password: CougarNet password at the time you registered for classes.
 If your password does not work, contact the IT Help Desk
The log-in information for the GOML Registration System & the GeorgiaVIEW system is
the same; however, these are separate systems. You will need to use your Birthday
Password on your first log in, into each system.
Step #4: Contact your Academic Advisor
Your academic advisor will serve your advisor for the duration of your time as a COLGOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your registration hold lifted. In some cases, when you log into the CougarNet e-mail system for
the first time, you may have an e-mail waiting on you from your advisor. If not, you
should contact your advisor by phone or using your CougarNet e-mail. Your advisor for
the WebBSIT program will be Dr. Wayne Summers
([email protected]).
Step #5: Register for classes
All GOML classes will be listed in the regular COL course schedule regardless of teaching
institution. Check the Important Dates link in the left hand column to see the dates of
registration for GOML classes.
Login to your CourgarNet account and click on the enrollment services tab.
Click on Drop/Add/Withdraw under the Registration Column.
If you have already found your classes by using the course schedule, enter the CRN in
the boxes at the bottom of the page and click submit. If not, click on "search for classes"
select search options. Select your course by clicking the box. Click submit at the bottom
of the screen
**Keep in mind the section capacity available is split between several different institutions. For example: If there are 30 seats available for WBIT 1100, only 15 seats will show
as available, because the other 15 seats will show as available.
**Having trouble with registration? Contact Sunae Euell at
[email protected] or 706-507-8836.
Step #6: Pay your fees
Since COL is your home institution, you will pay for your GOML courses through
CougarNet. Once logged into CougarNet, click on the Enrollment Services Tab and look
under Tuition & Fees to view your information and pay online. Please allow 2 to 5 business
days after you complete your GOML Course Registration for your course schedule and
tuition due, to reflect in CougarNet.
If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at http://
finaid.columbusstate.edu/ or call 706-507-8898. If you already applied for Financial Aid,
you can look in CougarNet under the Enrollment Services Tab at the Financial Aid section.
Students are responsible for ensuring financial aid coverage or making payment
arrangements with the COL Student Accounts Office. Fee payment deadline for GOML
classes is the day registration closes for any term, see important dates. Students whose
fees are not paid or for whom arrangements have not been made by the fee payment
deadline will be dropped from classes. Call 706-507-8897 for Student Accounts.
**Trouble paying your fees or notice a problem with the fees assessed? Contact Student
Accounts 706-507-8897.
Step #7: Need Help
If you encounter technical problems- HelpDesk Resources (http://
academics.columbusstate.edu/goml/help.php) are available for your needs!
Only for GSU Students
Dear Georgia Southern University WebBSIT Student,
know your login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please
remember your courses will automatically appear on Monday, January 9th.
Step #1: How to Access your Log in Information
Login to My.GeorgiaSouthern (https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/)
Click on “Personal Settings” located in the My Services area
Click on the “GeorgiaOnMyLine / WBSIT Vista Login Information” to retrieve your
username and password
** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSU helpdesk at 912-4785429 or http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/its/stuservices.php.
Step 2: How to Access your WBSIT Vista Courses
Login to My.GeorgiaSouthern (https://my.georgiasouthern.edu/)
From the My.GeorgiaSouthern home page – Click on “GeorgiaOnMyLine / WBSIT
(Online Course Tools)” – you are then taken to the Vista Log in screen
Enter your log in credentials that you found in the above process and you will be
taken to your course listing
** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSU helpdesk at 912-4785429 or http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/its/stuservices.php.
NOTE: Your Georgia Southern email address will not change.
Only for GSU Students
Your academic advisor will serve your advisor for the duration of your time as a GSUGOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your
registration hold lifted. Your advisor for the WebBSIT program will be Joshua Williams
([email protected]) and Dr. Art Gowan
All GOML classes will be listed in the regular GSU course schedule regardless of teaching
Login to your My.GeorgiaSouthern account and click on the enrollment services tab.
Select the WINGS link
Click on Student Records
Drop/Add/Withdraw under the Registration link.
**Keep in mind the section capacity available is split between several different
institutions. For example: If there are 30 seats available for WBIT 1100, only 15 seats will
show as available, because the other 15 seats will show as available.
Since GSU is your home institution, you will pay for your GOML courses through
My.GeorgiaSouthern. Once logged into WINGS , click on the Registration Invoice and Web
Payment link and to view your information and pay online. Please allow 2 to 5 business
days after you complete your GOML Course Registration for your course schedule and
tuition due, to reflect in WINGS.
If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at http://
students.georgiasouthern.edu/finaid/ or call (912) 478-5413.
**Trouble paying your fees or notice a problem with the fees assessed? Contact Student
Accounts 912-478-0999.
Step #6: Need Help
If you encounter technical problems
GSU helpdesk at 912-478-5429 or http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/its/
stuservices.php.
Only for GSW Students
Dear Georgia Southwestern University WebBSIT Student,
This information will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already
have a login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Please remember
your courses will automatically appear on Monday, January 9th.
Access the Self Service Account Information at the following website:
http://gsw.edu/~gaview/
View the various links on the left hand side to learn more about GeorgiaView or
Georgia On My Line (GOML)
Your username is the first part of your RADAR e-mail address (everything before the
@ sign)
If you do not know your RADAR e-mail address, please go to the campus directory
(http://gsw.edu/search/directories.htm ) and search the student directory using your
last name
Your password is initially the same as last 6 digits of your RAIN PIN number
If you change your password, it should be not fewer than six characters
** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSW GeorgiaView
helpdesk at [email protected] or Krista Smith at [email protected].
Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT
Student Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page
(optional but recommended).
OK.
** Trouble obtaining your information please contact the GSW GeorgiaView helpdesk at
[email protected] or Krista Smith at [email protected].
Your academic advisor will serve as your advisor for the duration of your time as a GSWGOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your
registration hold lifted. Your advisor for the WebBSIT program will be Dr. Simeon Baev
All GOML classes will be listed in the regular GSW course schedule regardless of
teaching institution. Check the Important Dates link in the left hand column to see the
dates of registration for GOML classes.
Access the RAIN Student Self portal at the following website: https://rain.gsw.edu/
You will need the course reference number (CRN) in order to register for class(es).
CRNs can be found on the class schedule.
Log into the secured site of RAIN.
Click on "Student Services".
Click on "Registration".
At the registration menu, click on "Add/Drop Classes".
Select the specific term and click on "Submit".
To add a class: enter the CRNs.
To drop a class: change the action drop down box from "None" to "Drop Web".
Click on "Submit Changes".
Review the Current Schedule for accuracy.
Since GSW is your home institution, you will pay for your GOML courses through
http://gsw.edu/services/Student_Accounts/paymentinformation.shtml. Then select
the Pay Student Fees button.
Please allow 2 to 5 business days to reflect payment.
If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at
http://gsw.edu/~finaid/ or email [email protected]
Step #6: Need Help
If you encounter technical problems
GSW GeorgiaView helpdesk at [email protected] or Krista Smith at
[email protected].
Or if need be, contact the 24hr Online Support Center at 1-866-588-5293 or
http://help8.view.usg.edu. When you ask for a password reset it is IMPORTANT that
you identify yourself as an WebBSIT student trying to login to
Only for SPSU Students
Dear Southern Polytechnic State University WebBSIT Student,
This information will help you learn how to access your WebBSIT course. If you already
have a login, please try it now to make sure you can enter the system. Otherwise, follow
steps below to obtain your login. Please remember your courses will automatically
appear on Monday, January 9th.
Access the Self Service Account Information at the following website:
http://www.spsu.edu/vista/
View the various links on the page to learn more about the system
Select the Student Support link
Select the Logging In link
You will use your SPSU email username (everything before the @ symbol in your
email) for your username
Your email password as your password for GeorgiaVIEW Vista 8.
If you do not know your email information, view the following website:
http://www.spsu.edu/itdivision/help/email.htm
** Trouble obtaining your information please contact Marilee McClure at
[email protected] or 678-915-4292.
Logging into the GOML website for WebBSIT (WBSIT) courses: Go to WebBSIT
Student Portal from https://webbsit.view.usg.edu. Please bookmark this page
(optional but recommended).
OK.
Your academic advisor will serve as your advisor for the duration of your time as a SPSUGOML student. You must contact your academic advisor each semester to have your
registration hold lifted. Your advisor for the WebBSIT program will be Susan VandeVen
([email protected]) or you can receive assistance from Marilee McClure
All GOML classes will be listed in the regular SPSU course schedule regardless of teaching
Access the Banner Web portal at the following website:
https://banweb.spsu.edu/pls/PROD/twbkwbis.P_WWWLogin
Enter your login
Register for your desired courses
Since SPSU is your home institution, you will pay for courses through the Banner Web
portal at the following website:
https://banweb.spsu.edu/pls/PROD/twbkwbis.P_WWWLogin.
From the Main Menu Screen, click on Student Services and Financial Aid
Click on the Student Records link
Click on Account Summary by Term link
If you want to apply for Financial Aid check out the Financial Aid website at
http://www.spsu.edu/finaid/
Step #6: Need Help
If you encounter technical problems contact:
Marilee McClure at [email protected] or 678-915-4292.
Or if need be, contact the 24hr Online Support Center at 1-866-588-5293 or http://
help8.view.usg.edu. When you ask for a password reset it is IMPORTANT that you
identify yourself as an WebBSIT student trying to login to https://
webbsit.view.usg.edu/
View the SPSU student orientation at: http://orientation.spsu.edu/
onlineresourceguide/
First Day of Class
We are excited to have you as a WebBSIT student during the upcoming semester. You
must login to your course by midnight on the first day of class. Then complete the
Attendance Verification form located on the home page of your course. This will signal
to your University you attended the first day of class and any financial aid
disbursements should commence.
Do the following on the first day of class:
Obtain your course login into Vista as explained on the previous page
Select your course link. You will notice a hyperlink with your course name
Complete the Attendance Verification link by midnight on the first day of class
Read the Course Email by selecting the email link located on the left side of the
screen
Read the Course Discussion Board by selecting the link located on the left side of
the screen
Read the Course Syllabus as shown on the Home Page
Confirm you have ordered the correct textbook as shown in the Syllabus
Create a Task list of Weekly Requirements
View your school’s website for the location of the following:
University Calendar, Course Schedule, Tuition and Fee payment area, library link, and
the online location to view your final grades.
Course Evaluations
At the end of the semester, it is requested of each student to complete the course
evaluation. This is your time to provide constructive feedback on your course,
instructor, and our program. Our purpose will be to use this information for course
enhancements and instructor feedback.
Your course evaluation comments are kept anonymous. Also, the instructor,
department chair and Dean of the College will receive this information after the
semester has come to a close. Typically, it is provided about two or three weeks after
the semester.
So we encourage you to provide honest feedback. We are proud of our program and
the opportunity to help you reach your goal of a Bachelor of Information Technology
degree through online resources.
Classroom Etiquette
Students in online classes will engage their peers using message boards, requiring
written etiquette, and possibly face-to-face videoconference, requiring spoken
etiquette.
Writing in all capital letters instead of in sentence case represents yelling in a virtual
environment.
Online classes require students to overcome "the lack of non-verbals in
communication." Therefore, it is important that students stay on point and read
their peers' posts before writing their own.
Proper etiquette means treating classmates over the Internet as you would in
person.
Students should read and reread their online discussion posts before hitting "Send”.
Online students, as all students, must practice scholastic honesty.
When writing, keep sentences poignant and brief so that readers do not get lost in
wordy paragraphs and miss the point of the statement.
Language can be easily misinterpreted in written communication. If a point must be
stressed, review the statement to make sure an outsider reading would not be
offended, then post the statement.
Humor and sarcasm may easily be misinterpreted as well, so try to be as matter-offact and professional as possible.
When responding back to your Instructor and fellow students, be conscious of reply
and reply all.
Always properly address your Instructor.
Do not use abbreviations and hyphens in your emails or discussion posting.
Course Rotation
Fall Spring Summer
Prerequisite
WBIT 1100 Introduction to Information
Technology
X
X
X
None
X
X
X
A minimum grade of “C” in
WBIT 1100 and in an Area A
mathematics course.
X
X
X
Prior or concurrent enrollment
with a minimum grade of “C”
in WBIT 1100.
WBIT 2300 Discrete Math for IT
X
X
X
X
X
Pre-calculus, Survey of
Calculus, or Finite
Mathematics, or equivalent
with a “C”.
WBIT 1310 & 2300 with a
minimum grade of “C”.
WBIT 2311 Programming and Problem Solving II
WBIT 3010 Technical Communication
X
WBIT 3110 Systems Analysis and Design
X
English 1102 with a grade of
“C”.
X
WBIT 1310 & 2000 with a
grade of “C”.
WBIT 3111 Information Technology Project
Management
X
WBIT 3200 Database Design, Development and
Deployment
X
X
WBIT 2311 (can be taken
concurrently) with a grade of
“C”.
X
X
WBIT 1100 with a grade of
“C”.
WBIT 1310 with a grade of
“C”.
WBIT 3400 Introduction to Digital Media
X
WBIT 3410 Web Application Development
X
WBIT 3110, 3010, and
Statistics with a grade of “C”.
Course Rotation
WBIT 3500 Architecture and Operating Systems
Fall
Spring Summer
X
X
Prerequisite
WBIT 1310 with a minimum
grade of “C”.
WBIT 3510 Data Communications and Networking
X
grade of “C”.
WBIT 3600 Introduction to E-Commerce
X
WBIT 3110 & 3410 with a
WBIT 4020 Professional Practice and Ethics
X
Senior Standing
WBIT 4030 Senior Project and Portfolio
X
Senior Standing
WBIT 4112 Systems Acquisition, Integration &
Implementation
X
WBIT 3110, 3200, & 4520
with a minimum grade of
“C”.
WBIT 2311 & 3400 with a
WBIT 3510 (can be taken
concurrently) with a
WBIT 4120 Human Computer Interaction
X
WBIT 4520 Information Assurance and Security
X
WBIT 4601 Customer Relationship Management
X
WBIT 3200 & 3600 with a
WBIT 4602 Research - IT Strategy, Design &
Development
X
WBIT 4610 IT Policy and Law
X
WBIT 3111, 3200, 3600 &
4120 with a minimum grade
of “C”.
grade of “C”.
WBIT 1100
Introduction to Information Technology
Course Description
This course is an introductory course in information technology. Topics include foundations in hardware,
software, data and an overview of the use of information technology in organizations. Students are introduced
to structured programming techniques, systems development, database design and networking. Aspects of
appropriate business ethics are discussed and interpersonal skills and team building emphasized.
The course assumes students know how to use a computer and are proficient in a variety of applications
including word processing, web browsing, and presentation tools and spreadsheets.
Course Outline
Unit 1 - Introduction
Unit 2 - The Impact of Information Technology
Unit 3 - Components of IT Applications
Unit 4 - Computer Networks
Unit 5 - Software Engineering
Unit 6 - Object-Oriented Design
Unit 7 - Databases
Personal Note from your Instructor
“This is a foundational course to Information
Technology. I will provide a practical approach by
positioning you at the high-point of the IT leadership
activity.”
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
Define the academic discipline of Information Technology and contrast it with other computing related
academic disciplines, such as Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Information Systems;
Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of information technology on individuals, organizations, and
society.
Describe the major components of information technology applications: Hardware, computer networks,
software, data, processes, and people.
Describe the different components of a computer network.
Demonstrate an understanding of different types of networks.
Define "Software Engineering".
Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of algorithms in the development of IT applications.
Create object-oriented designs for simple applications.
Discuss the role of databases in IT applications.
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic techniques for designing, constructing and manipulating
databases, and retrieving data from them.
Conduct a group project to research the impact of Information Technology in a selected area.
WBIT 1310
Programming & Problem Solving
“Java was the most appropriate choice for teaching IT
students about programming. The language is modern, yet
mature enough to support many of the concepts students
need to be successful in industry, including ObjectOriented Programming, collections, and strong support for
network-aware and large-scale applications.”
Course Description
This course helps students to develop basic problem-solving skills using the Java programming language.
Students are introduced to fundamentals of Java programming language with emphasis on primitive data types,
control structures, methods, arrays, classes, objects, abstraction, inheritance and polymorphism. Students learn
basic techniques of good programming style, design, coding, debugging, and documentation. Students are able
to create programs to solve basic practical problems.
Course Outline
Data types and variables
Working with Arrays
Conditionals
Methods
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
Advanced OOP (which includes inheritance and polymorphism)
Course Outcomes:
Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices.
Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment.
Communicate effectively and efficiently.
Course Learning Objectives : Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
have mature knowledge of using an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) to construct Java programs
(Course Outcome 1 & 3).
1. Gain a mature level of knowledge in defining and appropriately using Java data types, variables, and
methods (Course Outcome 3).
2. Acquire a mature skill set in utilizing appropriate control structures (Course Outcome 3).
3. Have a developing understanding of the role of Java and its organization (Course Outcome 1).
4. Gain developing knowledge will allows them to explain and apply basic concepts of object-oriented
programming (Course Outcomes 1, 3 & 8).
5. Acquire a developing level of knowledge to implement, test and debug simple programs in Java (Course
Outcome 3).
6. Have mature knowledge of good coding styles and conventions (Course Outcome 1).
WBIT 2000
The Enterprise and Information Technology
“This course is designed to provide you with the best
online learning experience possible. The content is
presented in a variety of formats including the course
textbook, online content with examples, and
opportunities for interaction with other students and
the instructor.”
Course Description
This course will cover the structure and management of an information technology infrastructure. From the
management aspect the course will touch on principles and practices of managing both people and technology
to support an organization. The course will emphasize how to make an information technology infrastructure
effective, efficient, and productive. The management of hardware, software, data, networks and other
supporting IT functions will be studied.
Course Outline
Unit 1 - Introduction to the Enterprise and IT
Unit 2- Financial Management
Unit 3 - Delivering IT Services
Unit 4 - Leading Information Technology
Unit 5 - Telecommunications Policies, Regulations, and Ethical Issues
Course Objectives /Outcomes/Goals
Discuss the value, roles, and goals of IT as a part of the corporate infrastructure
Discuss ways in which IT might be used to gain competitive advantage
Discuss the main roles and functions of computer operations management
Explain the impact of capacity and availability management for systems
Discuss the role of service level agreements
Identify challenges to information technology budgets and discuss strategies for addressing these challenges
Describe the role of teams in information technology projects and evaluate team effectiveness
Identify common ethical issues surrounding the use of technology in organizations and analyze strategies for
addressing these issues
Explain how telecommunications policies and regulations affect the application of information technology
WBIT 2300
Discrete Mathematics
Course Description
“Before the first day of class, I encourage you to brush up on
several of mathematical terms listed in the Course Outline
area. Certainly, I will be available to assist you throughout
the semester but an early start can better help you absorb the
course concepts.”
Discrete (as opposed to continuous) mathematics is of direct importance to the fields of Computer Science and
Information Technology. This branch of mathematics includes studying areas such as set theory, logic, relations,
graph theory, and analysis of algorithms. This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of
these areas and their use in the fields of Computer Science and Information Technology.
The general idea of the course is to introduce terms and concepts that are useful in describing and explaining
ideas, concepts, and models in the computing disciplines, such as Information Technology. For instance, logic
allows for precise communication, and proof methods may be viewed as formal ways of creating and making
arguments to support a position or a hypothesis. Sets, functions, relations, matrices, graphs, and trees, etc. are
all tools useful in describing and communicating the structure of data, concepts, and algorithms. As your
instructor, I believe the usefulness of the ideas from this course is not limited to the computing and information
disciplines, but extends to other real-life situations involving precise communication, thinking, and arguments.
Course Outline
Algorithms - Pseudocode, Devising Algorithms, Sort and Search Algorithms
Boolean-Duality, Functions, Identities, and Logic Gates
Functions - Bijection, Inverse, Compositions, Graphs, Sequences, and Summations
Inference Predicates - Quantifiers
Inference Predicates - Translation from English to Logical Expressions
Matrices - Matrix Arithmetic, Transpose and Powers, and Zero-One Matrices
Sets - Venn Diagrams, Cartesian Products, Power Sets, Set Operations, Notation,
Course Objectives: After completion of this course you will be able to:
Explain the importance of Discrete Mathematics in Computer Science and Information Technology
Demonstrate an understanding of propositional and first-order predicate logic
Demonstrate an understanding of sets, relations, and functions
Demonstrate an understanding of Boolean algebra
Use matrices to represent relationships
Outline the basic structure and give examples of each proof technique
Explain the difference between induction, recursion, and iteration
Demonstrate an understanding of simple algorithms
using iteration and recursion
Demonstrate an understanding of trees and graphs
WBIT 2311
Programming & Problem Solving II
Course Description
“This is the second programming course towards your
degree so I am excited to have you as part of this
course. We will learn new concepts and expand on
topics from the first course. If need be, look over topics
from the first course before the semester begins.”
The emphasis of this course is on advanced programming techniques in Java including GUI's, software reuse
through component libraries, recursion, event-driven programming, database processing, file processing, and
exception handling. Students are able to create event-driven, graphical programs or text-based programs solving
practical problems incorporating databases and external files.
The course uses NetBeans IDE for similar reasons: it is currently popular in industry because of its flexibility - yet
it is relatively easy to use. Students can quickly get projects up and running, and it supports a wide variety of
project templates. It is available for Windows, Mac, Linux and Solaris flavored operating systems. For those who
are interested in learning other languages, this IDE can also support projects in PHP, C/C++, JavaScript and Ruby.
It also has support for many of the popular Java frameworks, such as Hibernate and Spring
Course Outline
Introduction to GUI Programming
Introduction to GUI’s and Event Driving Programming
Applet and Advanced Graphics
Exception Handling
Multithreading
Data Structures and Collections
Data Storage and Access
Course Outcomes: Students will have a mature level of mastery of the following WebBSIT program outcomes:
Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices.
Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment.
Communicate effectively and efficiently.
Course Learning Objectives (LOs): Upon completion of this course the student will:
Have a developing understanding of the implementation of event-driven GUI programs in Java (Course
Outcomes 1&4).
Have mature knowledge of Java’s exception handling mechanism (Course Outcomes 1&4).
Have a developing understanding of multithreaded programs (Course Outcome 1&4).
Acquire a mature understanding of how Java applications access external information via databases and
files (Course Outcome 3, 4).
Have developing knowledge of data structures and the Java collections framework (Course Outcome 1).
gain a mature understanding of developing and debugging Java programs (Course Outcomes 1&3).
WBIT 3111
Information Technology Project Management
Course Description
Project management techniques and tools as applied to information systems projects including resource and
personnel management and allocation, product testing, scheduling, and project management software. Students
will study examples of both successful and unsuccessful projects and apply lessons learned to a class project.
Course Outline
IT Project Planning (P-OMA)
IT Project Management Process
Requirements Planning
Project Effort Estimation (top-down and WBS)
Goals & Measurement Planning
Project Resource Planning
Risk Analysis & Planning
IT Project Monitoring (PO-M-A)
Collecting Project Information
Analysis & Evaluation of Data
Presenting & Communicating Data
IT Project Adjustments & Actions (POM-A)
Planned & Unplanned Adjustments
Release Management
“Every Information Technology student should have a
proper project management skill set. I will help you
along the discovery of learning how you can handle
multiple projects while conforming to cost and
deadlines. Pay close attention to our course due dates
for assignments, exams and projects.”
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: :
Discuss the four phases of IT Project Management
Develop a simple IT Project Plan composed of deliverables, effort and resource estimates, and schedule
Develop a set of Metrics for IT Project Monitoring and Tracking
Make Trade-offs and Adjustments to project, if necessary
WBIT 3200
Database Design, Development
and Deployment
Course Description:
“ A database is an extremely powerful and useful tool for any
organization. Students will design, create and process a
database to demonstrate competency in the course.”
This is an advanced course in database design, development and deployment. Course emphasizes database design
drawing distinctions between data modeling and process modeling using various modeling techniques including
Entity-Relationship Modeling, Object Modeling and Data Flow Diagramming; database development using the
relational model, normalization, and SQL; database deployment including control mechanisms, forms, reports,
menus and web interfaces. Additional topics include procedures, functions, packages and triggers.
Course Objectives and Outcomes:
Students are expected to obtain a developing level of mastery in the assessment of emerging database
design and modeling techniques. Students are expected to obtain a mature level of mastery of data
modeling, process modeling, database construction and implementation. Students will demonstrate a
superior level of knowledge and understanding and should be able to integrate and apply database skills
across multiple areas both independently and as a team member. Through implementation of a term
project, students will exhibit collaboration, communication, and demonstrate competency in the course
content. Course objectives are listed for each program outcome:
Students will Identify and describe the roles of databases, database applications, and query languages in
contemporary organizations.
Students will demonstrate familiarity with database components and terminology.
Students will demonstrate the ability to query a relational database using SQL.
Students will define the relational model and explain the benefits of normalization.
Students will describe the benefits and limitations of database views.
Students will describe the concepts and uses of stored procedures and triggers.
Students will recognize common security and data integrity problems and apply appropriate solutions.
Students will apply data modeling concepts by creating data models of work environments.
Students will demonstrate the ability to transform data models to relational database designs and to
normalize relations appropriately.
Students will demonstrate the ability to implement a database design as a relational database using SQL for
data definition, data modification, and relational query.
Collaborate in teams to analyze a problem, demonstrate an understanding of the problem’s parameters,
compare and contrast solutions, and employ appropriate tools.
Work in small groups to identify, define,
describe and discuss selected database
topics.
WBIT 3400
Introduction to Digital Media
Course Description
This course covers the basic design principles and tools for creating digital components, including the use of tools
to create and edit digital media elements such as graphics, animation, audio, video, virtual space, and simulations,
to provide effective presentation of information materials.
Course Outline
Introduction to Digital Media is a course designed to introduce students to many of the common digital media
formats, including content generation and manipulation. Students entering the course are assumed to have
little previous experience in working with media, though the proliferation of free editing software and an
increasingly computer-savvy generation almost guarantees varying backgrounds among the students.
Topics :
Multimedia Technologies and Concepts
2D Image Manipulation
Audio Manipulation
Digital Video Editing
3D Modeling
Virtual Web Space
“I’m excited about exploring digital media concepts and
applications with you, and am looking forward to getting
to know you.” through our Discussion Forum. I'm always
open to questions, postings, and emails on just about any
topic, so please don't hesitate to contact me.”
Course Objectives
Students will develop skills in the use of digital media editing and authoring software, and use critical thinking and
reasoning in the creation of multimedia elements to produce integrated solutions.
Students will identify contextual uses of digital media, and demonstrate the ability to select appropriate
distribution methods for a variety of digital media productions and file formats. Students are expected to
demonstrate a mature level of mastery in the application of image, audio, and video theory.
Students will be able to differentiate multimedia project roles and responsibilities, and sequence various
production tasks. Students will gain an understanding of the impact of multimedia project implementations on
networks, systems, and organizational budgets.
Students will communicate effectively in professional discussions about current and emerging technologies and
the potential impact of these technologies on organizations and society. Students will investigate and compare
digital repositories, and interpret open-access, copyright, and educational fair use regulations and policies in
regard to digital media, and assess their applicability to address individual and organizational needs.
WBIT 3510
Data Communications and Networking
Course Description
This course covers computer network and communications concepts, principles, components, and practices;
coverage of common networking standards, topologies, architectures, and protocols; design and operational issues
surrounding network planning, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and management.
Course Outline
Introduction to Data Communication, Data, and Signal
The Media and Devices
Multiplexing and Errors
LAN - Basic and Internetworking
“In this course, you learn the concepts, principles,
LAN - Software and WAN
terminologies, standards, and practices of data
Network Security and Network
communications and computer networks. You will learn
Internet and Telecom Systems
how to design, and protect a computer network.”
Course Outcomes
1) Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices
2) Identify/analyze problems/opportunities and define requirements when an IT solution is appropriate
3) Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment
5) Identify/investigate current & emerging technologies – assess applicability to address needs
8) Communicate effectively and efficiently
Course Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
(1) Understand the current technologies in data communications, networks, and network design
(2) Understand networking terminologies, topologies, protocols and OSI networking reference models
(3) Understand pervasive computing, wireless, 802.11, Bluetooth, and VoIP
(4) Understand IEEE networking standards, RFCs and their use in networking implementation
(5) Understand network security including firewalls, encryption, authentications, security policy and design
issues
(6) Understand the best practices of implementing network infrastructure in an organization
(7) Understand how to implement an appropriate network infrastructure in meeting organizational objectives
(8) Understand the system development life cycle (planning, analysis, design, implementation, maintenance)
(9) Understand different networking models and their implementation in an organization
(10) Understand the existing organizational computing environment, its running applications, its strengths and
weaknesses
(11) Analyze the threats and opportunities in an organization and the implementation of new networking
technologies and security policy to address those issues
(12) Apply mathematical reasoning and functions to analyze network performance and solve network problems
(13) Use software applications or hardware equipment to analyze and solve business problems, and enhance
productivity
(14) Use appropriate software and network infrastructure to support the organizational communication needs
and decision making
WBIT 3600
Introduction to E-Commerce
“Thanks for joining us in this course. I look
forward to meeting and working with each of
you over the next several months!”
Course Description
The emphasis of this course is on basic principles and practices of E-business and E-commerce. Topics include
infrastructures and applications of E-commerce, E-Tailing, E-Marketing, advertisement, B2B, B2C, C2C, EGovernment, M-Commerce, E-Learning, electronic payment systems, security, and legal issues. Students also
learn to build simple dynamic E-commerce sites using server-side scripting.
Course Outline
Introduction to E-Commerce
Technology Infrastructure for E-Commerce
E-Commerce Business Concepts
Ethical, Social, and Political International Issues in E-Commerce
E-Commerce in Action
Course Objectives
Plan, manage, and evaluate an effective, interactive, and dynamic Virtual Store.
Understand and follow legal constraints on E-Commerce webs sites.
Understand and follow ethical constraints on E-Commerce web sites.
Plan, gather, and manage competitive marketing intelligence.
Plan and implement successful electronic advertising.
Understand and use electronic banking and payment systems.
Understand and work within the implications of international financial transactions.
Understand and capitalize upon the unique marketing strategies of the Internet.
WBIT 4030
Senior Project
Prerequisite: Senior Standing
Course Description: A capstone course for WebBSIT majors. Students will be expected to complete a
final team or individual project. The project may be an approved industry internship or a project
developed and designed by faculty of the WebBSIT. Students will apply skills and knowledge from
previous WebBSIT courses in project management, system design and development, digital media
development, eCommerce, database design, and system integration.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
1. Use and apply current IT discipline-related concepts and practices.
2. Identify and analyze organizational and individual problems or opportunities in the IT realm and
define requirements for addressing them when an IT solution is appropriate.
3. Design and develop effective, IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment.
4. Create and implement effective project plans.
Expectations:
Students are expected to have a minimum of two project ideas by the first day of class. Further, one
must decide to do an internship, group project or individual project by the third day of class. Lastly, you
should be prepared to respond to instructor e-mails and WebBSIT Administrative Office e-mails several
weeks before the semester begins.
Personal Note from your
Instructor
“I am excited to teach this course and
be instrumental with our WebBSIT
students who will soon graduate. I
believe this course will provide
stimulating conversation during any
course interview to further prove you
have grasped the course concepts. I
look forward to working with you!”
WBIT 4030
Senior Project
Student Expectations
Faculty Expectations
Decide whether to complete a project or
internship.
Approves internship or project
submission.
If you choose an internship project, make
arrangements one month before the first
day of class with your employer.
Provides quality control of project or
internship.
If you choose a project, have a minimum
of two ideas before the first day of class.
Also decide if you want to work in a group
or individually.
Sets reasonable milestones for students.
Provides review of student
documentation in a timely manner.
Post paperwork within course.
If you choose a project, submit an
evaluation on each group member.
Weekly grades information on student
created website.
Submission of projects on time.
Provides feedback on course
improvement.
Attend meetings with instructor.
Complete all required paperwork like:
Internship Overview
Guidelines to Writing Learning Objectives
Experiential Learning Agreement
Completion of online course orientation.
During the semester, create a website to
post documents like time log, activity log,
employer information and various course
documents.
If an internship is chosen, final grade is
based on site instructor and course
WBIT 4030
Senior Project
Quality Project Information
This course provides an opportunity to apply concepts you have learned while obtaining the Bachelor of
Science in Information Technology degree through the Georgia WebBSIT program. Each student can
choose either a project or internship.
If you choose a project, it can be done in a group or as an individual. You are encouraged to have a
minimum of two project ideas by the first day of class. Those ideas should be submitted to your
instructor with a two paragraph description of your intent. Students who choose a project should the
project quality standards below.
Must use information technology tools to solve a problem.
Must have real-time feedback from site supervisor.
Must contact site supervisor a minimum of once per week.
You must engage in information technology tools to independently solve the problem.
Course project must be completed by the end of the semester.
Must provide proof of a fixed weekly schedule.
Your project goal and objective must clearly state what you will learn and complete by the end of
the semester.
The project content shows sufficient rigor, depth and breadth.
Information literacy and communication skills are incorporated in the project.
Expectations for academic integrity, use of copyrighted materials, plagiarism and netiquette must be
shown.
Privacy policies are clearly stated.
The project provides opportunities for student to engage in higher-order thinking, critical reasoning
activities, and thinking in increasingly complex ways.
WBIT 4030
Senior Project
Quality Internship Information
This course provides an opportunity to apply concepts you have learned while obtaining the Bachelor of
Science in Information Technology degree through the Georgia WebBSIT program. Each student can
choose either a project or internship.
If you choose an internship, it is preferred you utilize your current employer in this task. You are
encouraged to have a minimum of two internship project ideas by the first day of class. Those ideas
should be submitted to your instructor with a two paragraph description of your intent. Students who
choose an internship should the project quality standards below.
Must use information technology tools to solve a problem.
2. Must have real-time coaching and feedback from a site supervisor or mentor.
Your internship goals and objectives must clearly state what you will learn and complete by the end
of the semester.
For example, what do you expect to learn or experience during your internship? What is the name
of the company? What does the company do? What department will you be working in? How does
that department contribute to the company’s mission? Is there a supervisor/mentor available to
guide your experience? Do you want to learn new programming techniques? Do you want to
discover new ways to enhance web pages? Do you want to understand what maintaining a database
entails as users request changes or additions? Do you want to learn how this particular company
implements a new product?
Tactics should be listed for each objective. Each tactic should advance the particular objective it
supports.
List the specific tasks you will perform that lead to the accomplishment of each Learning Objective.
List the contributions you will expect of your supervisor/mentor in guiding you in the performance
of your tasks. and thinking in increasingly complex ways.
WBIT 4030
Senior Project
Quality Internship Information
5. Must contact site supervisor a minimum of once per week.
6. You must engage in information technology tools to independently solve the problem.
7. Course project must be completed by the end of the semester.
8. Must provide proof of a fixed weekly schedule.
9. Your project goal and objective must clearly state what you will learn and complete by the end of the
semester.
10. The project content shows sufficient rigor, depth and breadth.
11. Information literacy and communication skills are incorporated in the project.
12. Expectations for academic integrity, use of copyrighted materials, plagiarism and netiquette must be
shown.
13. Privacy policies are clearly stated.
14. The project provides opportunities for student to engage in higher-order thinking, critical reasoning
activities, and thinking in increasingly complex ways.
15. Level of work equivalent to 150 hours or 10 hours per week.
WBIT 4030
Senior Project
Example of Learning Objective for an Internship
I have arranged to work for CBI incorporated. They develop applications that run on mobile devices such
as cell phones and pda’s. I want to be a programmer. I have taken all the C++ courses and two of the
Java courses at CCSU. If I obtain this internship, I would be working for Mr. Xena. He is the supervisor in
charge of developing Java-enabled cell phone applications. He has agreed to provide me with tutorials,
books and on-line help. He will evaluate my work and make suggestions for improvement.
Learning Objective 1: Enhance my program design skills
Mr. Xena wants to develop an application to view real-time weather reports on Java-enabled cell
phones. I will work with his team in developing the input, processing and output specifications for this
application. I will develop pseudo-code for one of the program procedures. Mr. Xena will also tutor me
in CBI’s development environment so that I will be able to integrate my design efforts with their
documentation procedures. This will give me valuable experience in working on a team, producing
material in a timely fashion, and seeing exactly how my team’s efforts fit into the broader development
cycle for this project. The team does peer reviews each week. I will participate in these reviews and
receive valuable feedback on my strengths and weaknesses.
Learning Objective 2: Learn a new programming language
James is a pure Java generator for fractals. It is fast, extensible and easy to use. Since I have experience
with Java, learning to use this tool will enhance my programming skills considerably. Mr. Xena’s team
uses James and he will provide materials and tutorials for me to get up to speed. I will get a chance to
try out the James environment when the team implements the program design from LO 1 above.
Learning Objective 3: Experience an actual testing environment
Since I studied Testing and Quality Assurance, I look forward to actually putting into practice the tools
and techniques I learned. Our development team will begin testing the new application in time for me
to participate in the process. Mr. Xena assures me that I will definitely get my hands dirty in the testing
and debugging process.
WBIT 4112
Systems Acquisition, Integration &
Implementation
Course Description:
Most IT applications used by organizations are configured from components that have been purchased from third
party vendors. This includes both hardware components and, increasingly, software components. In this course,
students will study the component acquisition process, and methods and techniques for integrating these
components into an existing IT infrastructure.
Course Outline:
Introduction to Systems Acquisition
Business Value of IT and Business Processes
IT System Acquisition Planning
Selection and Evaluation
Implementation and Integration
Quality Improvement
“This course requires the purchase of a Case Book which is
only available through the Georgia Southern University
Bookstore. The course is listed in their system as IT 3234.
You can access the online bookstore through the following
web address: http://www.gsustore.com/”
Learning Objectives/Outcomes/Goals: Upon
completion of this course the student should be able to:
Compare different sourcing strategies based on their advantages and drawbacks.
Demonstrate an understanding of the Systems Acquisition Life Cycle (SALC).
Demonstrate how IT capability adds value to an organization.
Discuss business systems as domains for acquired systems.
Discuss the useful life of technologies (expectancies) and plan for upgrades and enhancements of existing
systems.
Discuss the RFP (or RFQ) and its components and create a selection process for vendors & equipment.
Discuss cross-functional and virtual team organization, management and facilitation.
Propose methods to deal with the challenges of managing changes caused by systems acquisition.
Work effectively in virtual project teams.
Communicate effectively through written methods including electronic methods and assignments.
Evaluate IT solutions in case studies and apply concepts to other situations.
WBIT 4602
Research - IT Strategy, Design
& Development
Course Description:
Students will participate in research and discussion on a topic of current interest. A term paper on the topic
(or related subtopic) is required. A designated faculty member will select the topic in advance based on his/
her expertise and lead the seminar.
Learning Objectives/Outcomes/Goals
1. Critically consider emerging IT issues and their impact on existing IT discipline related concepts and
practices.
2. Critically consider emerging IT issues and assess the related opportunities to provide IT solutions in new
ways or to new domains.
3. Critically consider the impact of emerging IT issues on the user.
4. Critically consider the impact of emerging IT issues on project planning.
5. Investigate a current or emerging IT issue and assess its applicability to address individual and
organizational needs.
6. Analyze the impact of a current or emerging IT issue on individuals, organizations, and society.
7. Collaborate through discussions to more fully consider an IT issue.
8. Communicate ideas related to an IT issue effectively and efficiently in both discussion and more formal
writing.
9. Demonstrate proficiency in assessing the impact of a current or emerging IT issue on both IT professionals
and their constituencies.
“In this course, you will create a journal article and working
towards the publication process.”
WBIT 4610
IT Policy and Law
“You will read the unit overview, study the lesson slides, read the
chapters in the textbook, answer the reflection questions, access the
Powerpoint slides as supplements, answer the assignment questions
and respond/comment to discussion topics, in that order. Finally, the
course requires a term paper on a topic of your choice.”
Course Description:
This course will focus on the legal implications of conducting business in the information technology age.
Topics will include current understanding of Internet contracts, copyright, trademark and patent law.
Further, this course will examine cutting-edge cases relating to security, e-commerce, and emerging
ethical issues and trends.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the basics of IT policy and law : Students will be able to identify the primary concepts
underlying information technology policy and the law
Analyze the relationships between IT and society : Students will be able to articulate the potential
consequences of widespread application of information technology and its relationship to society
Comprehend the interconnectedness of cultural norms and IT policies : Students will understand the
inherent cultural, economic, legal, regulatory, and numerous other intertwined influences in the shaping
of information policy, practice, products, and services
Explain societal issues and their effects on IT policies : Students will be able to explain the current major
policy issues related to the generation, movement, and use of information and related technologies in
society
Discuss governmental policies and effects on organizational policies : Students will be able to discuss the
potential and likely impact of international, national, state, and local information policies on an
organization's management and functional strategies
Identify emerging issues in IT policy and law : Students will identify emerging information policy
concerns and be better able to develop an analytical framework for examining their relationships to their
professional positions as well as their activities in everyday life
Describe policy concerns and institutional stakes : Students will be able to describe and identify the
institutional players and their stakes in information policy formulation
Recognize conflicts and how to resolve them : Students will be able to structure their thinking about
information policies and their resolution
Research current and future IT policy issues : Students will be able to research useful readings and other
resources that relate specific information policy issues (such as copyright, data security) to broader
information policy concepts and to the successful achievement of their professional goals
Articulate positions on IT policy and law : Students will be able to write
with more precision and authority when addressing issues related to
information technology policy and law
Program Information
Students should read their university policy manual. This manual provides important
information about campus procedures.
The university calendar and WebBSIT calendar dates do not match. Often, WebBSIT
courses begin before the official start date of the university.
Students follow their university calendar for dates such as withdrawing, drop and add
of courses.
Your adviser and Department Chair are your main contacts at the university.
Especially, if you need assistance or a university area is not responding to you.
The Executive Director is available to respond to any questions or feedback on the
program.
Consider the workload before registering for WBIT courses.
Never just stop doing your course assignments. If you fall behind, contact your
instructor immediately.
Remember you must balance your work, school and your personal life. This takes
practice but it can be done.
We look forward to helping you obtain your goal of a
Bachelor of Information Technology Degree online
through the Georgia WebBSIT Program. Our goal is to
provide a learning environment which provokes you to
use classroom knowledge immediately in your work
place and empower you towards your future IT career.
Thank You

spring 2014 - TSYS School of Computer Science

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