Computer Information Technology Major: Software Development Option (B.S.)
https://cps.unh.edu/online/program/bs/computer-information-technology-software-development-option
Degree Requirements
General Education Program Requirements
A minimum grade of D- is required in all General Education coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of two course overlaps. Overlaps can be used between Major, Minor and General Education requirements with only 8 credits overlapped between the Major and Minor.
All General Education requirements, including CRIT 602 Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking and IDIS 601 Interdisciplinary Seminar, must be taken prior to the capstone.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 420 | The Writing Process | 4 |
| COM 460 | Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics | 4 |
| COM 480 | Visual Communication | 4 |
| CRIT 501 | Introduction to Critical Inquiry | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Math for Our World | ||
| Statistics | ||
| Pre-Calculus | ||
| Knowledge of Human Behavior & Social Systems | 4 | |
| Knowledge of the Physical & Natural World | 4 | |
| Knowledge of Human Thought & Expression | 4 | |
| CRIT 602 | Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking | 4 |
| IDIS 601 | Interdisciplinary Seminar | 4 |
| Total Credits | 40 | |
Major Requirements
Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete the majority of their required major courses along with CRIT 602 Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking and IDIS 601 Interdisciplinary Seminar. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. Academic Advisor approval is required for registration to be processed.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major in Computer Information Technology | ||
| Foundation Courses | ||
| CMPL 415 | Programming Fundamentals | 4 |
| CMPL 512 | Advanced Software Tools | 4 |
| CMPL 525 | Foundations of Cybersecurity | 4 |
| Intermediate Courses | ||
| CMPL 614 | Computer and Network Systems | 4 |
| CMPL 622 | Human Computer Interaction | 4 |
| MTH 504 | Statistics | 4 |
| Advanced Courses | ||
| CMPL 620 | Virtualization and Cloud Computing | 4 |
| CMPL 641 | Database Management Systems | 4 |
| CMPL 642 | Systems Analysis and Design | 4 |
| Option in Software Development | ||
| CMPL 530 | Python Programming I | 4 |
| CMPL 637 | Python Programming II | 4 |
| CMPL 648 | Programming with JavaScript | 4 |
| CMPL 665 | Web Application Development | 4 |
| CMPL 760 | Mobile Application Development | 4 |
| Integrative Capstone: | ||
| CMPL 795 | Integrative Capstone: Internship in Computer Information Tech and Tech Management | 4 |
| or CMPL 797 | Integrative Capstone: Best Practices in Information Technology | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Electives
Open electives are courses students will need to take in addition to their general education and major requirements in order to satisfy the remaining credit totals for their programs. Open electives are defined as any credit course offered by the College not already included in the student's general education, major, option or minor. Students will need 120 credits total to graduate with a bachelor's degree from the Online Division of the College of Professional Studies.
This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. UNH CPS Online undergraduate students should develop individual academic plans with their academic advisor during their first year at UNH.
Sample Course Sequence
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| CMPL 415 | Programming Fundamentals | 4 |
| CMPL 525 | Foundations of Cybersecurity | 4 |
| ENG 420 | The Writing Process | 4 |
| General Education Course | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| CMPL 512 | Advanced Software Tools | 4 |
| COM 460 | Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics | 4 |
| CRIT 501 | Introduction to Critical Inquiry | 4 |
| MTH 402 | Math for Our World or Statistics or Pre-Calculus | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| CMPL 614 | Computer and Network Systems | 4 |
| COM 480 | Visual Communication | 4 |
| General Education Course | 4 | |
| Elective | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| CMPL 622 | Human Computer Interaction | 4 |
| MTH 504 | Statistics | 4 |
| General Education Course | 4 | |
| Elective | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| CMPL 530 | Python Programming I | 4 |
| CMPL 620 | Virtualization and Cloud Computing | 4 |
| CMPL 637 | Python Programming II | 4 |
| Elective | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| CMPL 641 | Database Management Systems | 4 |
| CMPL 648 | Programming with JavaScript | 4 |
| CMPL 665 | Web Application Development | 4 |
| CRIT 602 | Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| CMPL 642 | Systems Analysis and Design | 4 |
| IDIS 601 | Interdisciplinary Seminar | 4 |
| CMPL 760 | Mobile Application Development | 4 |
| Elective | 4 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| CMPL 797 or CMPL 795 | Integrative Capstone: Best Practices in Information Technology or Integrative Capstone: Internship in Computer Information Tech and Tech Management | 4 |
| Elective | 4 | |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
- Possess proficiency in information technology, including programming fundamentals, software, network systems, and databases, as well as their relevant web interfaces and applications.
- Demonstrate both practical skills and theoretical knowledge of information technology, enabling graduates to make a professional contribution to organizations across sectors.
- Engage in effective critical thinking and problem-solving in the field of information technology.
- Assess the needs of technology users and articulate appropriate strategies for meeting those needs through hardware and software.