Computer Technology, Bachelor of Arts

Requirements

Total Course Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree

See the "Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree" in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those required for the major, must be upper division.

Elective Requirements

Completion of elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a minimum of 120 units.

General Education Requirements (43 units)

See the "General Education" requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the most current information on General Education requirements and course offerings.

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (3 Units)

See the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" section in the University Catalog.

Statutory Requirements: United States History, Constitution and American Ideals (6 Units)

See the "Statutory Requirements" section in the University Catalog. 

Minor Requirements

Single field major, no minor required.

Major Requirements (62-68 units)

Students entering the Computer Technology program must complete the following.

1. Earn an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better in courses taken outside of the department.
2. Earn a grade of "C" or better in each course taken within the department.
3. Students must take capstone course CTC 492 Senior Project at CSUDH.

The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this degree.

Core Requirements (34 units)

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Lower Division Requirements
CSC 101	Introduction to Computer Education	3
CSC 111	Introduction to Computers and Basic Programming	3
CSC 116	Introduction to Computer Hardware and Tools	3
CSC 255	Dynamic Web Programming	3
MAT 131	Elementary Statistics and Probability	3
MAT 153	Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry	4
Upper Division Requirements
CSC 301	Computers and Society	3
CTC 310	Software Project Management	3
CTC 316	Operating Systems and Networks Support	3
CTC 452	Network Security and Hacking Prevention	3
CTC 492	Senior Project	3
Total Hours		34

Tracks

General Track (62 units)

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Lower Division Requirements
CSC 101	Introduction to Computer Education	3
CSC 111	Introduction to Computers and Basic Programming	3
CSC 116	Introduction to Computer Hardware and Tools	3
CSC 255	Dynamic Web Programming	3
CSC 115	Introduction to Programming Concepts	3
CSC 121	Introduction to Computer Science and Programming I 1	4
CTC/CSC Elec. Lower Division Elective		4
CTC/CSC Elec. Lower Division Elective		4
CTC 218	Digital Logic Design	3
MAT 131	Elementary Statistics and Probability	3
MAT 153	Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry	4
Upper Division Requirements
CSC 301	Computers and Society	3
CTC 310	Software Project Management	3
CTC 316	Operating Systems and Networks Support	3
CTC 452	Network Security and Hacking Prevention	3
CTC 492	Senior Project	3
CTC/CSC Elec. Upper Division Elective		4
CTC/CSC Elec. Upper Division Elective		3
CTC/CSC Elec. Upper Division Elective		3
Total Hours		62

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Major students may substitute this course for General Education Area A3. Please contact the CNBS Student Success Center to request the course substitution.

Homeland Security Track (65 units)

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Lower Division Requirements
CSC 101	Introduction to Computer Education	3
CSC 111	Introduction to Computers and Basic Programming	3
CSC 116	Introduction to Computer Hardware and Tools	3
CSC 255	Dynamic Web Programming	3
CSC 115	Introduction to Programming Concepts	3
CSC 121	Introduction to Computer Science and Programming I 1	4
CSC 123	Introduction to Computer Science and Programming II	4
CSC 221	Assembly Language and Introduction to Computer Organization	3
CTC 218	Digital Logic Design	3
CTC 228	Introduction to Operating Systems and Networks	4
MAT 131	Elementary Statistics and Probability	3
MAT 153	Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry	4
Upper Division Requirements
CSC 301	Computers and Society	3
CTC 310	Software Project Management	3
CTC 316	Operating Systems and Networks Support	3
CTC 328	Computer Forensics and Investigation	4
CTC 362	Communication Systems Security	3
CTC 428	Operating Systems Security	3
CTC 452	Network Security and Hacking Prevention	3
CTC 492	Senior Project	3
Total Hours		65

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Major students may substitute this course for General Education Area A3. Please contact the CNBS Student Success Center to request the course substitution.

Professional Track (68 units)

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Lower Division Requirements
CSC 101	Introduction to Computer Education	3
CSC 111	Introduction to Computers and Basic Programming	3
CSC 116	Introduction to Computer Hardware and Tools	3
CSC 255	Dynamic Web Programming	3
MAT 131	Elementary Statistics and Probability	3
MAT 153	Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry	4
Upper Division Requirements
CSC 301	Computers and Society	3
CTC 310	Software Project Management	3
CTC 316	Operating Systems and Networks Support	3
CTC 452	Network Security and Hacking Prevention	3
CTC 492	Senior Project	3
Specific Domain
Complete one of the following:		15-31
Associate Degree
Minor in another program
Concentration courses- with the consultation of computer science department
Free Electives
Complete free elective courses		3-19
Total Hours		52-84

Program Learning Outcomes

• Analyze, design, implement, and evaluate a Technology related solution in areas such electronics, Manufacturing, Homeland Security, and etc. using appropriate tools.
• Work effectively as a team member in design, implementation, and use of software and hardware utilization.
• Communicate effectively through speaking, writing, and the use of presentation tools in describing the hardware and software specification.
• Appraise the impact of ethical issues and societal concerns about constant changes in hardware/software computer technology.

General Option Roadmaps

4- Year Roadmap

4- Year Roadmap

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Fall		Hours
MAT 131	Elementary Statistics and Probability (GE Area 2)	3
HIS 101	History Of United States	3
GE Area 1A English Composition		3
CSC 111	Introduction to Computers and Basic Programming	3
CSC 101	Intro.to Computer Education	3
	Hours	15
Spring
MAT 153	Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry	3
CSC 115	Introduction to Programming Concepts	3
CSC 116	Introduction to Computer Hardware and Tools	3
GE Area 5A Physical Science		3
GE Area 5C Science Laboratory		1
	Hours	13
Second Year
Fall
CSC 121	Introduction to Computer Science and Programming I (see counselor for GE Area 1B Critical Thinking credit)	4
POL 101	American Institutions	3
CSC 255	Dynamic Web Programming	3
CTC 228	Introduction to Operating Systems and Networks	4
	Hours	14
Spring
ITC 300	Security in a Digital Society (satisfies 4UD)	3
CTC 218	Digital Logic Design	3
GE Area 1C Oral Communication		3
GE Area 3A Arts		3
GE Area 3B Letters		3
	Hours	15
Third Year
Fall
CTC 316	Operating Systems and Networks Support	3
CSC 301	Computers And Society (satisfies GE Area 5UD )	3
GE Area 4A Perspectives on Individuals, Groups, and Society		3
GE Area 4B Global and Historical Perspectives		3
Elective to meet 120 units		2
	Hours	14
Spring
CTC 310	Software Project Management	3
CTC/CSC Lower Division Elective		4
CTC/CSC Lower Division Elective		4
Elective to meet 120 units		3
Elective to meet 120 units		3
	Hours	17
Fourth Year
Fall
CTC 452	Network Security and Hacking Prevention	3
ENG 350	Advanced Composition (GWAR satisfying course)	3
GE Area 5B Biological Science		3
CTC/CSC Upper Division Elective		3
CTC/CSC Upper Division Elective		3
	Hours	15
Spring
CSC 492	Senior Design	3
CTC/CSC Upper Division Elective		4
GE Area 3UD Integrative Studies in the Humanities		3
Elective to meet 120 units		3
GE Area 6 Ethnic Studies		3
	Hours	16
	Total Hours	119

2- Year Roadmap (transfer students)

2- Year Roadmap (transfer students)

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Fall		Hours
CSC 301	Computers And Society (Satisfies GE Area 5UD)	3
CTC 316	Operating Systems and Networks Support	3
CTC 328	Computer Forensics and Investigation	4
ITC 300	Security in a Digital Society (or an alternative GE Area 4UD satisfying course)	3
Elective to meet 120 units		3
	Hours	16
Spring
CTC 310	Software Project Management	3
CTC Upper Division Elective		3
GE Area 3UD Integrative Studies in the Humanities		3
CTC Upper Division Elective		3
Elective to meet 120 units		1
	Hours	13
Second Year
Fall
CTC 452	Network Security and Hacking Prevention	3
ENG 350	Advanced Composition (GWAR satisfying course)	3
CTC/CSC Upper Division Elective		3
CTC/CSC Upper Division Elective		3
Elective to meet 120 units		3
	Hours	15
Spring
CSC 492	Senior Design	3
CTC/CSC Upper Division Elective		4
Elective to meet 120 units		3
Elective to meet 120 units		3
Elective to meet 120 units		3
	Hours	16
	Total Hours	60

Homeland Security Option Roadmaps

Professional Option Roadmaps