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Computer Engineering Technology (AAS)

Application Code: 
1602
Degree Received: 
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The computer engineering technology program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for employment as technicians or technologists who are capable of installing, designing, supporting, and maintaining computer systems and networks. This is a hands-on, technically oriented program with a focus on computer system hardware and network infrastructure, but does include software development and operating systems course work. The program is designed to prepare students for the rigorous professional certification examinations leading to certifications such as the CompTIA A+ and Network+, Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA), Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE), and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: Math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry)
  • Recommended: Physics
Graduation Requirements: 
  • 70 semester credit hours in program as listed above
  • 28 semester credit hours of liberal arts and sciences from at least five of the General Education content groups: mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, western civilization, American history, other world civilization, arts, foreign language, and basic communications (must include COMP 1503)
  • 2.0 cumulative grade point average, and 2.0 grade point average in major courses (ELET, EMET, CISY)
  • Approval of department faculty

Computer Engineering Technology (BS)

Application Code: 
1357
Degree Received: 
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The computer engineering technology program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for employment as technicians or technologists who are capable of installing, designing, supporting, and maintaining computer systems and networks. This is a hands-on, technically oriented program with a focus on computer system hardware and network infrastructure, but does include software development and operating systems course work.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: Math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), SAT and/or ACT scores with recommended SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21.
  • Recommended: Physics
Graduation Requirements: 
  • 134 semester credit hours in eight-semester program
  • 60 semester credit hours of liberal arts and sciences from at least seven of the General Education content groups: mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, western civilization, American history, other world civilization, arts, foreign language, and basic communications (must include COMP 1503)
  • Minimum of 45 hours upper division
  • Minimum of 24 hours upper division in major
  • Minimum of 30 hours upper division in residence
  • 2.0 cumulative grade point average, and 2.0 grade point average in major courses (BSET, CISY, ELET, EMET)
  • Approval of department faculty

Courses which repeat or significantly overlap courses taken in the student's associate degree program cannot be taken for upper-level credit. If the associate degree covered the subject matter in one of the required baccalaureate courses, a different course must be substituted and approved by the faculty adviser.

Computer Information Systems

Application Code: 
0581
Degree Received: 
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The integration of computers into the workplace is progressing at a rapid pace. As more organizations install and employ these networks, a need has developed for the "resident expert" to administer the system, install software, establish security, and train others. Graduates of the computer information systems (CIS) program are well positioned to serve that need. A foundation of programming, database, networking is provided.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: Math A (algebra)*
  • Recommended: Math B (geometry and trigonometry)

* Students who place into intermediate algebra will be required to take one additional mathematics course.

Graduation Requirements: 

Must complete a minimum of 24 credit hours of required CISY courses and nine credit hours of technical electives approved by adviser with a minimum 2.0 cumulative index. Twenty credit hours of liberal arts courses, a minimum overall cumulative index of 2.0, along with other requirements as stated in the College Academic Regulations, must be met by candidates of the AAS degree. Must successfully complete a minimum of 62 credit hours of course work and one semester of physical education.

Computer Science

Application Code: 
0532
Degree Received: 
Associate in Science (AS)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The computer science program at Alfred State College was one of the originally established programs in the SUNY (State University of New York) system. It is a comprehensive program, which includes both the study of the underlying theories of computing as well as the specific applications of information manipulation and problem solving.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry)
  • Recommended: pre-calculus, physics
Graduation Requirements: 

Must complete a minimum of 24 credit hours of required CISY courses and three technical electives approved by adviser with a 2.0 cumulative index. A minimum cumulative index of 2.0, along with other requirements as stated in the College Academic Regulations, must be met by candidates for the AS degree. A minimum of 62 credit hours of course work and one credit of physical education. Thirty credit hours in liberal arts are required.

Information Security and Assurance

Application Code: 
2085
Degree Received: 
Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The bachelor of technology degree in information security and assurance at Alfred State College is designed to prepare graduates to enter the work force as information security professionals with a special emphasis in network and host security, secure programming, and database applications.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 

Required: math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21.

Graduation Requirements: 
  • 128 credit hours exclusive of physical education courses
  • 39 credit hours in major field required courses
  • 24 credit hours in professional courses
  • 18 credit hours in core concentration
  • 30 credit hours in liberal arts/general education courses
  • a 2.5 grade point average in the major is needed for the required internship
  • other requirements as stated in College academic regulations
  • 8 general education areas are required, with 3 of 5 (art, language, other world civilizations, American history, or western civilization)

Information Technology - Applications Software Development

Application Code: 
1502
Degree Received: 
Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The bachelor of technology degree in information technology-applications software development at Alfred State College is designed to prepare graduates to enter the workforce as IT professionals with a special emphasis in programming and database applications. A four-course sequence in database application is provided. The programming language sequence includes modern languages such as VB.NET, Java, and C++. In addition, students receive a sound foundation in Web development, networking, and microcomputer systems. Additional upper-level courses are provided in management, oral and written communication, and business. A full semester internship is included.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21.
Graduation Requirements: 
  • 128 credit hours exclusive of physical education courses
  • 39 credit hours in major field required courses
  • 24 credit hours in professional courses
  • 18 credit hours in core concentration
  • 30 credit hours in liberal arts courses
  • a 2.5 grade point average in the major is needed for the required internship
  • other requirements as stated in College academic regulations
  • 8 general education areas are required with 3 of 5 (art, language, American history, western civilization, other world civilizations)

Information Technology - Network Administration

Application Code: 
1505
Degree Received: 
Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The bachelor of technology degree in information technology-network administration at Alfred State College is designed to prepare graduates to enter the work force as IT professionals with a special emphasis in networking. A five-course sequence in networking includes LAN and WAN software, hardware, interoperability, and design. Core courses provide students with a foundation in other areas including Web server administration, programming database application, and microcomputer systems. Additional upper-level courses are provided in oral and written communication, management, and business. A full semester internship is included.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21.
Graduation Requirements: 
  • 128 credit hours exclusive of physical education courses
  • 39 credit hours in major field required courses
  • 24 credit hours in professional courses
  • 30 credit hours in liberal arts/general education courses
  • 18 credit hours in core concentration
  • a 2.5 grade point average in the major is needed for the required internship
  • other requirements as stated in College academic regulations
  • 8 general education areas are required with 3 of 5 (art, language, other world civilizations, American history or western civilization)

Information Technology - Web Development

Application Code: 
1506
Degree Received: 
Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
Academic Department: 
Computer and Information Technology
Description: 

The bachelor of technology degree in information technology-Web development at Alfred State College is designed to prepare graduates to enter the work force as IT professionals with a special emphasis in Web development and applications. Web publishing, programming and Web server administration provide the upper-level of courses. Additionally, the Web is integrated across the entire program beginning with the very first course. Through core courses students are given a general foundation in programming, database administration, networking, and microcomputer systems. Additional upper-level courses in oral and written communication, management and business are provided. A semester-long internship is included.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations: 
  • Required: math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21.
Graduation Requirements: 
  • 128 credit hours exclusive of physical education courses
  • 39 credit hours in major field required courses
  • 24 credit hours in professional courses
  • 18 credit hours in core concentration
  • 30 credit hours in liberal arts/general education courses
  • a 2.5 grade point average in the major is needed for the required internship
  • other requirements as stated in College academic regulations
  • 8 general education areas are required, with 3 of 5 (art, language, other world civilizations, American history, western civilization)
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