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Click on the name of an online information technology graduate course to view the detailed information; you can also find out about the college or university offering the category by clicking on "School's Profile". |
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Managing in an Age of Information Technology Change (BA505) |
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Grantham University |
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This course sets the stage for Grantham University's Master of Science degree program by addressing the need for organizations to respond efficiently to technological changes. Students examine management techniques for fostering a corporate culture that facilitates innovation. The course also discusses the dynamics of growth and change and their impact on the success of a technology-intensive business. |
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Master's Learner Success Lab (TS5005) |
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Capella University |
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This Lab is designed to provide new Master?s learners the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their academic programs. The Lab familiarizes learners with the Capella online environment and support resources provided to ensure success. Learners build skills in the selection and use of methods, techniques, and library resources. Working with the academic advisor, learners will develop a Degree Completion Plan. This is an advisor-led course taken in the first quarter in conjunction with TS5004. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or petition. |
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Network Enterprise Architecture and Design (TS5517) |
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Information Technology |
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Capella University |
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This course is a continuation of TS8816 focusing on the enterprise network. Topics in this course include designing Wide Area Networks (WANs), Directory Services, connectivity issues and procedures, remote access, network traffic management, network security and monitoring multi-protocol wide area networks. Upon completion, learners will have a solid understanding of network administration at the WAN. In addition, learners will be able to take one of the industry certification exams. |
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Network Security Solutions for the Enterprise (TS5271) |
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Capella University |
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This course is designed for network designers, system administrators, and other IT professionals that need to develop strategies and countermeasures for the various cyber threats to an enterprise network. This course will discuss current network security solutions to protect the organization from exposure internally (attacks from within) and externally (Internet). Specific strategies to guard against the most common intrusion will be discussed including firewalls, gateways, and proxy servers. Authentication and encryption techniques will also be discussed. Case studies are used to better understand the impact of good security solutions. Lab exercises will be used to give learners experience with network security solutions. |
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Network Technology (TS5507) |
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Information Technology |
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Capella University |
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This course presents an overview of network technology. Learners consider video systems, Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, wireless systems, satellite communications, Internet and the World Wide Web, cable networks, and voice and data communications. Learners will also be introduced to Frame Relay, DSL, ATM, SONET, and the OSI Model. The course will focus on understanding the impact of network technologies on the performance of web-based applications, including security, privacy, and reliability. Learners completing this course will develop competencies associated with the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification. |
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Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (TS5505) |
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Information Technology |
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Capella University |
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This course introduces object oriented analysis and design concepts using the Universal Modeling Language (UML) and the Java programming language. Sound practices for the design, construction, testing and debugging of object-oriented software applications are emphasized. Specific attention is given to use cases as a means of describing behavioral software requirements. This course also introduces patterns and object oriented architectures. A problem-based approach to object-oriented analysis and design concepts is used in this course. |
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Operation System Theory and Application (TS5520) |
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Information Technology |
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Capella University |
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This course provides the learner with a sound foundation in operation system principles. The concepts of resource management, scheduling, and concurrency management and device management will be covered. Also the mechanisms used to support network interfaces including interfaces to the Internet and LANs will be introduced. The concepts of administering an operating system will also be touched upon to provide an understanding of user access and operating system security. Finally, the concept of operating system performance issues will be discussed to provide an understanding of the importance of operating system configuration upon application performance. Examples will be provided both from Unix-based and Windows-based operating systems. At the conclusion of the course, the learner will be able to compare how each system implements the key concepts listed above to be able to determine the applicability of the system to an operational environment. |
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Organizational Impacts to Technology Adoption (TS5511) |
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Capella University |
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This course examines integration of technology with business and organizational realities, highlighting areas of leadership, business models, organizational change, roles and responsibilities, and organizational norms. Learners begin to understand the organizational/business requirements necessary to develop technology and to be able to more effectively lead the development and adoption of new enterprise-wide systems within the organization. IT professionals must understand the organizational aspects as they architect/develop new IT systems or they run the risk of developing systems that will never be adopted. This course focuses on managing a technology that already exists. Through a case study method, this course incorporates an analysis of organizational culture, an important first step in the technology adoption process. |
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Overview of eXtensible Markup Language (TS5250) |
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Capella University |
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This course provides an in depth overview of the eXtensible Markup Language (XML). Understanding the mechanisms behind XML is crucial to understanding its potential and effectively managing development projects that use it. Learners will be introduced to mechanisms that will help them develop the thought processes necessary to analyze the Return on Investment (ROI) of using this technology on a particular project. Topics include domain standards and how XML supports these standards. Learners will focus on the types of new applications that can effectively be implemented using XML and associated technologies. |
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Planning and Leading Change (EDD 721) |
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University of Phoenix |
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This course examines the concept of change and its impact on educational organizations. How to manage and lead change, counteract resistance to change, and the politics and economics of change are of special focus. Understanding the dynamics of change and how it influences strategic planning of an institution are explored. |
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Planning for Information Networks (IS 585) |
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American Sentinel University |
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Presents a methodology for planning telecommunications networks from the perspective of a technical manager. Network architectures, risk analysis, disaster recovery and other related topics are also discussed. |
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Procurement Management (TS5527) |
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Capella University |
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This course presents the major processes used in project procurement management, including: planning, solicitation, source selection, contract administration and contract closeout. Each area of the procurement process will be reviewed sequentially and salient points discussed. Procurement management will be considered from the perspective of the buyer and seller relationship, which includes the processes required to obtain goods and services based upon project scope. Other project management areas that relate to procurement management will be discussed. |
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Programming Strategies (TS5502) |
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Capella University |
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This course provides a foundation for the learner interested in learning Java. The course will also explore the aspects of Java that make it one of the most popular and dynamic programming environments available to the IT professional. The course is oriented toward the learner with some programming experience in C, C++, Smalltalk or Visual Basic. No previous Java experience is necessary. The course is hands-on, with numerous programming exercises to further develop programming skills. The course will cover Java programming syntax, Java concepts, data types and methods, classes and class hierarchies, Applet and application creation, Java Swing, error handling and exceptions, and introduce Java Database Connectivity (JDBC). |
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Project and Change Management (IS 550) |
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Information Technology |
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American Sentinel University |
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This course examines the knowledge sets, skills, tools and techniques of managing projects, with an emphasis on how project management contributes to the strategic goals of the organization. Topics include strategic management process; project prioritization and planning; evaluating project risk; resource scheduling; project management structures; project team and partner management issues. |
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Project Integration Management (TS5528) |
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Capella University |
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This course introduces the learner to key components for project integration management and the processes required to ensure that elements of a project are properly coordinated. Learners will be challenged to look for ways to bring project excellence to their projects. The role of the project manager as an integrator will be discussed along with the tradeoffs among competing objectives and alternatives. The need for a project management strategy and an understanding of stakeholder identification and analysis will be discussed. The importance of a comprehensive approach to change control will be reviewed and highlighted. Learners will gain an understanding of overall project management, including successful project implementation, systems thinking, problem solving, and the skills, roles, and expectations of project managers. |
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Risk Mitigation and Contingency Planning (SE576) |
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Information Technology |
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Keller Graduate School of Management |
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This course identifies vulnerabilities and inherent risks of computer systems. It also introduces cost-effective risk analysis techniques for identifying and quantifying accidental and malicious threats to computer systems, and developing contingency and recovery plans. The qualitative risk analysis process, using techniques such as the practical application of risk analysis (PARA) and the facilitated risk analysis process (FRAP), is covered. |
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Secure System Development and Cryptology (TS5532) |
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Capella University |
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Applications and the Operating Systems supporting them must be designed securely to protect access to enterprise data. Communications between these systems also must occur securely to prevent unauthorized access to the data or corruptions of the data. This course will explore the key concepts of operating system and application design from the perspective of security and emphasize the importance of securing database access. It will also illustrate the importance of software development and maintenance processes that impact security. Further, this course analyzes how Cryptography addresses the principles, means, and methods of disguising information to ensure its integrity, confidentiality, and authenticity. Learners should understand basic algorithm construction. |
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Security Management Practices (TS5531) |
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Information Technology |
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Capella University |
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This course, which includes aspects from the disciplines of networking, database management and project management, will enable IT professionals to identify, develop, and implement security policies for an information system and its physical environment (i.e network interface). Essential to this is operations security. Legal and investigative concepts regarding information security will be discussed as well as the necessity for network and physical security. This class will cover proactive practices including Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Planning in order to maintain information integrity. It also explores areas of Operations Security. |
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Security Risk Analysis and Planning (SE582) |
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Information Technology |
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Keller Graduate School of Management |
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This course offers an in-depth look at risk factor analyses that must be undertaken during
the process of designing a flexible and comprehensive security plan. Topics include assessing security threats; developing counter-measures; and protecting information, security designs, security processes, and security analysis programs and tools. |
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