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300 Jay Street
Namm Hall 914 (N-914)
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Email: compsystech@citytech.cuny.edu
Phone: 718-260-5170
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Computer Systems Technology/BTECH
2013-2018 CST BTech Curriculum
This is the only comprehensive curriculum in CUNY that addresses the specific needs of the information technology (IT) industry by integrating theory, hands-on experience and industry exposure to applied skills through a required internship degree program component. It provides the student with the flexibility of choice in specialization areas:
- Database Systems
- Networking and Security
- IT Operation
- Software Development
The program’s structures will allow for timely changes in specialization course offerings as the information technology field evolves.
Student Learning Outcomes: General
Students demonstrate:
- An ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to computer systems technology activities.
- An ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to computer systems problems that require application of principles and practical knowledge.
- An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements, and to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments.
- An ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team.
- An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
- An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
- An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
- A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement in professional practice.
Student Learning Outcomes: Discipline-Specific
In addition to the learning outcomes of AAS, BTech Students demonstrate knowledge and hands on competence in:
- Analyzing, designing, and implementing hardware and software computer systems.
- Applying project management techniques to computer systems.
- Demonstrating a deeper knowledge of at least one area of computing, such as software development, databases, information technology operations, networking and security, enabling the student to gain employment in the computing field.
- Understanding how management uses information systems to operate business enterprises.
Goals of the Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems
- Provide highly qualified professionals who can understand, apply, manage and anticipate cutting-edge technology,
- Prepare marketable candidates for positions in the information technology field,
- Provide students with the command of applied skills in technical fields that require a solid foundation in scientific and mathematical theory as well as excellent communications, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, allowing students to anticipate the direction of technology, not just to follow it.
- Provide graduates of related AAS programs in computer systems the opportunity to transfer into this program and earn a BTech degree required for progression in and graduation from the Computer Systems BTech program.
PRE/COREQUISITES
Progression Requirement:
A grade of “C” or higher in each course designated with the prefx CST will be required for progression towards graduation.
All degree requirements of the AAS in Computer Information Systems
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIRED AND FCC AND COLLEGE OPTION REQUIREMENTS 21 TO 25 CREDITS
At least 1 course designated WI is required from the College Option or Gen Ed Flexible Common Core.
ENG 1101 | English Composition I | 3 |
ENG 1121 | English Composition II | 3 |
COM 1330 | Public Speaking 2 or higher (IS) | 3 |
PSY 1101 | Introduction to Psychology 2 (IS) | 3 |
PSY 2404 | Personnel and Organizational Psychology | 3 |
ID | Interdisciplinary Course | 3 |
MAT 2440 | Discrete Structures and Algorithms I 2 (LibArt, WI) | 3 |
MAT 2540 | Discrete Structures and Algorithms II 2 (LibArt) | 3 |
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MAT 1475 | Calculus I 2 (LibArt) | 4 |
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 12 CREDITS
Double Duty2 Specifc courses listed indicate double duty courses, i.e., program degree requirements that also meet general education requirements in that category.
Courses common to all tracks
CST 4800 | Project Management (WI) | 3 |
CST 4900 | Internship in Computer Systems | 3 |
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CST 4905 | Information Systems Project | 3 |
BUS 3525 | Strategic Management | 3 |
ENG 2575 | Technical Writing | 3 |
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (Choose 1 of 4 Tracks) 27 CREDITS
Database Courses
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Networking and Security Courses
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IT Operations Courses
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Software Development Courses
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY IN COMPUTER SYSTEMS: | 120 |
MINIMUM REQUIRED LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES CREDITS: | 42 |
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR THE DEGREE | 120 |
Footnotes
* Elective courses shall be chosen from any CST 35XX, CST 36XX and CST 47XX course.
** If the course was taken as part of associate degree coursework, select another BTech-level major elective.
SEMESTER 1
TOTAL 16 CREDITS
CST 1100 | Introduction to Computer Systems | 3 |
CST 1101 | Problem Solving with Computer Programming | 3 |
ENG 1101 | English Composition I | 3 |
COM 1330 | Public Speaking | 3 |
MAT 1375 | Precalculus | 4 |
SEMESTER 2
TOTAL 16 CREDITS
CST 1215 | Operating Systems Fundamentals | 3 |
CST 1204 | Database Systems Fundamentals | 3 |
CST 1201 | Programming Fundamentals | 3 |
ENG 1121 | English Composition II | 3 |
ACC 1101 | Principles of Accounting I | 4 |
FOR SEMESTERS 5 TO 8, CHOOSE ONE OF THE TRACKS BELOW
Database TrackSEMESTER 5 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
SEMESTER 6 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
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Networking and Security TrackSEMESTER 5 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
SEMESTER 6 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
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IT Operations TrackSEMESTER 5 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
SEMESTER 6 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
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Software Development TrackSEMESTER 5 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
SEMESTER 6 TOTAL 15 CREDITS
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Footnotes
* Elective courses shall be chosen from any CST 35XX, CST 36XX and CST 47XX course.
** If the course was taken as part of associate degree coursework, select another BTech-level major elective.