Calendar 2005-2006 - The University of Akron

68 The University of Akron 2005-2006
Summit College
Stanley B. Silverman, M.A., Dean
Michael J. Jalbert, J.D., Interim Associate Dean
Don Laconi, M.Ed., Assistant Dean
OBJECTIVES
Summit College helps to further the goals and purposes of the University by
emphasizing the following objectives:
• The college serves the student by providing the means to examine academic
and career opportunities considering interests, abilities and achievements.
• The college provides for industry, business, government agencies, health-care
establishments and human service occupations; pre-service and in-service
training for entry-level positions and/or advancement in employment.
• Consistent with the philosophy of learning as a life-long experience, the college
provides educational opportunities for the student no matter the age,
background and need; full- or part-time, day or evening.
• The college provides quality instruction with qualified and experienced teachers
who are encouraged to use the community as a “laboratory” for achieving
educational goals.
The college also offers bachelor’s degrees, certificates and minors.
Cooperative Education
Minimum requirements for cooperative education students include the following:
• Enrollment in a program of study offered by Summit College wherein cooperative
education has been established.
• Minimum grade-point average of 2.00 for all University of Akron course work
and a minimum of 2.00 for all course work applicable to program of study.
• Completion of specific courses and/or credits for a particular program as
approved by the college faculty.
Minor Areas of Study
For an explanation of minor areas of study in Summit College, see Section 5 of
this Bulletin.
DEVELOPMENTAL
PROGRAMS
The Department of Developmental Programs provides academic support:
• for all University students through individual tutoring, work in the Study Skills
centers, Mathematics and Writing laboratories, and study strategies courses.
Through these activities students develop and strengthen the skills necessary
for successful performance at the college level.
• for students, including those who have been out of school for a number of
years, who wish to strengthen their educational preparation through course
work in specific areas.
Students must complete with a grade “C” or better any developmental courses
they may be required to take within the first 32 credit hours attempted. Both
credit hours and development hours are included in these first 32 hours.
Developmental Courses
Developmental courses are offered in writing, reading, college reading and study
skills, mathematics, and chemistry. (See 2010:042 through 071) Applied Study
Strategies courses are offered in conjunction with specific General Education
courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Sociology, U.S.
History, Basic Math II, Government and Politics in the U.S., Natural
Science:Biology, and others. (See 2010:064) Classes are small to provide maximum
opportunity for individual help.
BACCALAUREATE DEGREE
PROGRAMS OF INSTRUCTION
Computer Information Systems,
Networking Option
Baccalaureate level graduates have learned business computer and network
applications and practices consistent with the requirements of the modern information
technology professional. This program emphasizes the knowledge and
applied skills necessary to succeed in today’s environment.
The networking option allows students to attain an in-depth study of network
management including building, securing, managing, and troubleshooting multimedia
wired and wireless LAN and WAN networks.
Students entering the Computer Information Systems program must demonstrate
a fundamental knowledge of computers by examination or take the following
bridge courses prior to enrolling in the program.
Required Bridge Courses: Credits
2440:101 Fundamental Computer Concepts 1
2440:102 Introduction to Windows 1
2440:103 Software Fundamentals 2
2540:140 Keyboarding for Non-majors 2
2020:121 English 4
2030:151 Elements of Mathematics I 2
and
2030:152 Elements of Mathematics II 2
or
2030:161 Math for Modern Technology 4
2020:222 Technical Report Writing 3
2040:240 Human Relations 3
2040:247 Survey of Basic Economics 3
2420:103 Essentials of Management Technology 3
2420:104 Intro to Business in the Global Environment 3
2420:211 Basic Accounting I 3
2420:212 Basic Accounting II 3
2420:202 Elements of Human Resource Management 3
2820:161 Technical Physics: Mechanics I 2
2820:163 Technical Physics: Electricity & Magnetism 2
2440:140 Internet Tools 3
2440:141 Web Site Administration 3
2440:145 Operating Systems 3
2440:201 Cisco Networking I 4
or
2600:240 Microsoft Networking I 3
2440:202 Cisco Networking II 4
or
2600:242 Microsoft Networking II 3
2440:203 Cisco Networking III 4
or
2600:244 Microsoft Networking III 3
2440:204 Cisco Networking IV 4
2440:240 Computer Information Systems Internship 3
2440:247 Hardware Support 3
2440:248 Advanced Hardware Support 3
2440:268 Network Concepts 3
2440:301 Advanced Routing 4
2440:302 Remote Access 4
2440:310 Wireless Networking 3
2440:338 System Administration I 3
2440:388 System Administration II 3
2440:401 Multilayer Switching 4
2440:402 Network Troubleshooting 4
2440:410 Network Authentication and Security 3
2440:420 Voice, Data, Video 3
2440:430 Network Monitoring and Management 3
2440:480 Current Topics in Computer Information Systems 3
3300:112 English Composition II 3
3400:210 Humanities in the Western Tradition I 4
3600:120 Introduction to Ethics 3
Area Studies (200 level see list 3) 2
Natural Science Elective (list 1) 4
Area Studies 300 level (see list 3) 2
Physical Education Elective 1
Humanities Elective (list 2) 3
7600:105 Introduction to Public Speaking 3
or
7600:106 Effective Oral Communication 3