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Bachelor of Science In Information and Communication Technologies University of Wisconsin-Stout Julie Furst-Bowe Provost and Vice Chancellor Board of Regents Presentation June, 2006 Program Overview Study of the technology and


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Bachelor of Science In Information and Communication Technologies

Julie Furst-Bowe

Provost and Vice Chancellor

Board of Regents Presentation June, 2006

University of Wisconsin-Stout

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Program Overview

Study of the technology and applications used to manage and process information in organizations Designed in response to state, national and global needs for IT professionals Designed in collaboration with the Wisconsin Technical College System

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Relation to UW-Stout Mission

Distinctive array of programs leading to professional careers Approach to learning that involves theory, practice, and experimentation Increase the number of Baccalaureate Degree holders in Wisconsin Partner with Wisconsin Technical Colleges

  • n degree completion programs
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Target Audience

Degree completion program for adult students Wisconsin technical college graduates with Associate of Applied Science degrees Located throughout the state

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Program Objectives

Expectations of all UW-Stout graduates of baccalaureate degree programs: General education knowledge Skills to be successful in professional, civic and personal life Lifelong learning to support continued growth and development

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Program Objectives

Specific expectations for ICT program graduates: Understand ICT systems and their effect on society Evaluate and implement ICT systems to increase

  • rganizational performance in a variety of work

environments Use ICT to expand and expedite services in a diverse workplace and global economy Develop personal and social responsibility in a digital world

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Program Design

120 credits 40 credits General Education

(includes diversity and global perspective requirements)

40 credits Professional Studies

(includes management, finance, quality and policy courses)

40 credits Technical Studies

(from WTCS Transfer courses)

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Program Delivery

Distance learning – cohort model Online courses ITV courses Courses held on WTCS campuses and UW-Stout Coordinated by a Program Director

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Program Graduates

Will work in a variety of settings Will obtain positions as ICT professionals: Network Analyst Telecommunications Manager Technical Support Manager Network Systems Consultant