ITEC 493: Selected Topics in Information Technology
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Credit Hours: (1-3)
Selected topics in computer science, information systems, or information technology,
as student and faculty interest demands. A new course description is available each
time the class is offered. Interested students should contact the course instructor
before registering. This course may be taken more than once for credit with a different
topic. This course may not be used to satisfy a Core Curriculum requirement or a
requirement for an ITEC major or ITEC minor, which includes technical electives.
This course may be used for a general elective or a B.S. Elective.
Detailed Description of Content of Course
Topics in computer science to be covered are decided by the instructor, department
curriculum committee, and department chairperson. Content will depend on student and
faculty interest. Course outlines will be approved by the Department of Information
Technology Curriculum Committee before the course is offered.
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
Conduct of the course will be a function of the topic and enrollment. Interested students
should discuss the conduct of the course with the chairperson and the instructor prior
to registration. Most instructors will present lectures and will expect students to
work on assignments and/or projects. Student presentations may be required. Students
may be required to work in small groups.
Goals and Objectives of the Course
Objectives of the course are to:
1. Provide students the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in areas of computer
science not addressed by other departmental courses.
2. Provide faculty the opportunity to test new courses which may later be adopted
as regular courses.
Assessment Measures
Graded tasks may include tests, quizzes, homework exercises, projects, class participation,
group work, and attendance.
Other Course Information
ITEC 493 is offered primarily for majors in information technology, but students in
other disciplines may be interested in taking the course when the topic covers interdisciplinary
applications of information technology.
Review and Approval
May 12, 1994 New course Edward G. Okie, Chair
Sept. 25, 2001 Updated John P. Helm, Chair
October, 2004 Updated Joseph Chase, Chair
Revised: June 1, 2012