Notification of Request for Authorization under the Degree-Granting Institutions Act
Date posted: May 22, 2013
Institution: Argosy University
Current status: Authorized to offer programs at its Seattle campus as well as advertise and recruit for distance learning programs
Nature of request: Authorization to offer two additional programs at the Seattle campus as well as advertise and recruit for their distance learning offering
Proposed programs: Associate of Science in Information Technology Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Washington site where the program will be offered:
Argosy University Seattle Campus 2601-A Elliott Road Seattle, WA 98121 Modes of Delivery:
Blended in-residence - more than 50% of the instruction takes place face-to-face Blended online – less than 50% of the instruction takes place face-to-face
Online – 100% online Background:
Argosy University has operated in Washington State since 1999. It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges – Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and
Universities (WASC-ACSCU). Nature of the review:
Prior to granting authorization to offer new degree programs in Washington State, the Washington Student Achievement Council/Degree Authorization reviews elements such as program outcomes, course requirements, method of course delivery, faculty credentials, and student services.
The programs to be offered by Argosy University appear to meet the requirements of the Degree-Granting Institutions Act.
Information on the additional programs can be found at the end of this notice. Timeline:
The Council will accept comments on this application until June 5, 2013.
Any individuals with knowledge that may indicate the institution and/or the program does not meet the authorization requirements of WAC 250-61 are requested to submit comments to:
Degree Authorization.
If you would like to know more about the current law and regulations that govern the program, they can be found at the following links: the statute is RCW 28B.85 and the regulation is WAC 250-61.
Program Title:
Associate of Science in Information Technology with concentrations in: Computer and Network Security
Computer Networks
Technology Project Management Web Development
Program Outcomes:
“The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Information Technology degree program is designed to prepare students for entry-level technology jobs working with computers, applications, and networks. Courses within the A.S. in Information Technology program introduce students to fundamental technology concepts and allow learners to develop with real-world skills. Through the program’s core courses, students will have the opportunity to develop foundational skills in hardware, software, networks, business, and communication. Through the program’s
concentration courses, students will have the opportunity to develop specialized skills within one of the following fields: computer and network security, web development, computer networks or project management.”
Number of Credits: 60 semester credits Required Courses:
General Education: (30 credits total)
Academic and interpersonal skills (6 credits) Communication (6 credits)
Humanities (6 credits) Mathematics (6 credits) Social Science (3 credits) Natural Science (3 credits) Core courses: (15 credits)
BUS201 Introduction to Business in a Technology World ...3
COM105 Organizational Communication ...3
IST101 Information Technology Foundations I ...3
IST102 Information Technology Foundations II ...3
IST211 Ethics and IT Governance ...3
Students choose from one of the following concentrations: (9 credits total) Computer and Network Security: IST241 Security Fundamentals ...3
IST243 Cyber Crime ...3
IST245 Digital Forensics ...3
Computer Networks: IST201 Networking Fundamentals ...3
IST381 Switches and Routers ...3
IST383 Wireless Networks ...3
Technology Project Management: IST283 Project Management I: Introduction to Project Management ...3
IST285 Project Management II: Integration, Scope, and Communications Management ...3
IST367 Project Management III: Time, Cost, and Quality Management ...3
Web Development: IST251 Introduction to Web Design and HTML ...3
IST253 Web Development and Cascading Style Sheets ...3
IST255 Web Authoring Tools ...3
Information Technology Electives: (6 credits total) Students choose two of the following: IST281 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity ...3
IST301 Operating System Fundamentals ...3
IST351 Database Fundamentals ...3
IST405 Mobile Computing ...3
IST411 Cloud Computing...3
IST415 Virtualization ...3
MGT402 Project Management ...3 Program Title:
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with concentrations in: Computer Programming
Computer Security Web Development
Database Administration and Development Entrepreneurship
Network and System Administration Project Management.
Program Outcomes:
“The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Technology degree program is designed to prepare students for a career working with computers, networks, and emerging technologies. Graduates of this program will attain the knowledge and skills needed to integrated engineering, programming, and management concepts applied to formulate solutions to contemporary
business challenges. Through the program’s core courses, students will have the opportunity to develop foundational skills in database operations, operating systems, networking, and security, as well as cloud computing, virtualization, and mobile computing. Through the program’s concentration courses, students will have the opportunity to develop specialized skills within one of the following fields: computer programming, computer security, web development, database administration and development, entrepreneurship, network and system administration or project management.”
Number of Credits: 120 semester credits Required Courses:
General Education: (45 credits total)
Academic and interpersonal skills (6 credits) Communication (6 credits)
Humanities (6 credits) Mathematics (6 credits) Social Science (6 credits) Natural Science (6 credits)
General Education Electives (9 credits) Core courses: (48 credits)
BUS201 Introduction to Business in a Technology World ...3
COM105 Organizational Communication ...3
IST101 Information Technology Foundations I ...3
IST102 Information Technology Foundations II ...3
IST201 Networking Fundamentals ...3
IST211 Ethics and IT Governance ...3
IST241 Security Fundamentals ...3
IST281 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity ...3
IST301 Operating System Fundamentals ...3
IST351 Database Fundamentals ...3
IST405 Mobile Computing ...3
IST411 Cloud Computing...3
IST415 Virtualization ...3
IST495 Career Preparation and Professional Portfolio ...3
IST499 Information Technology Capstone ...3
MGT402 Project Management ...3
Students choose from one of the following concentrations: (15 credits total) Computer and Network Security: IST243 Cyber Crime ...3
IST245 Digital Forensics ...3
IST345 Computer Penetration Security ...3
IST347 Application Security ...3
IST443 Case Studies in Computer Security ...3
Computer Programming: IST331 Software Engineering ...3
IST341 Introduction to Java Programming ...3
IST361 Introduction to C# Programming ...3
IST441 Advanced Java Programming ...3
IST449 Advanced C# Programming ...3
Database Administration and Development: IST357 SQL Development ...3
IST359 Database Administration ...3
IST451 Database Development with Oracle ...3
IST453 Database Development with MS SQL ...3
IST455 Data Warehouse Operations ...3
IT Entrepreneurship: IST457 Entrepreneurship ...3
IST461 E-Commerce ...3
IST465 Search Engine Optimization ...3
MKT230 Principles of Marketing ...3
Network and System Administration: IST381 Switches and Routers ...3
IST383 Wireless Networks ...3
IST385 Internet Protocols ...3
IST481 Linux Administration ...3
IST483 Windows Server Administration ...3
Technology Project Management: IST283 Project Management I: Introduction to Project Management ...3
IST285 Project Management II: Integration, Scope, and Communications Management ...3
IST331 Software Engineering ...3
IST367 Project Management III: Time, Cost, and Quality Management ...3
IST458 Project Management IV: HR, Risk, and Procurement Management ...3
Web Development: IST251 Introduction to Web Design and HTML ...3
IST253 Web Development and Cascading Style Sheets ...3
IST255 Web Authoring Tools ...3
IST343 Web Development and HTML 5 ...3
IST387 JavaScript Development ...3 Information Technology Electives: (12 credits total)
