Information Technology in Organizations

This course introduces students to the Information Technology (IT) concepts and the software that facilitates IT solutions. Topics include: data, information, and knowledge concepts, productivity software tools, role of networking and communication, the "digital phenomena", and the benefits of IT. Also included are IT program concepts such as: ethics, the importance of effective written and oral communication, continuous learning, and technology monitoring-evaluation.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level

1 - Basic

Course Catalog Number

ITE 271

Course Prerequisites

High school graduate with basic science, math, reading skills. Transfer credits may reduce the number of courses required from the 120 credit 4 year program.

Training Purpose

Functional Development

Skill Development

Specific Audience

All

Delivery Method

Classroom

Course Location

150 Student Services Drive
Shelby Hall 2101
Mobile, AL 36688

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Learning Objectives

Describe a foundation for the information technology specialization.
Describe the process of evaluating, adopting, utilizing and integrating powerful computing tools for solving complex problems
Describe the evaluation of information technology tools with respect to capabilities and limitations along various problem domains
Describe the importance of increasing productivity in terms of improving effectiveness and efficiency
Give the student practice in speaking and writing about information technology using two voices of communication
Give the student practice in early adoption and infusion of new technology through rapid, life-long learning
Introduce the student to the breadth-first topics of data storage and retrieval

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Competency Areas

DevSecOps

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