IT490 Bachelor of Science Completion Capstone (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): All general education requirements. This course is taken in the student’s last semester before graduation.  All general education requirements must be fulfilled.
This course provides an opportunity for students to integrate knowledge and skills developed in the Information Technology program and to apply them to a relevant topic. Students select a problem or controversial issue in their area of specialization, research the issue, analyze and critique material related to the topic, and design an application or approach that addresses the issue. Additionally, students demonstrate the educational outcomes of the Information Technology program. The capstone is presented in a business context.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
2. Understand ethical implications as they relate to their project.
3. Develop strategies for continuing education and competence in the student’s chosen field of study.
4. Communicate using inclusive methods in a variety of modes.
5. Identify management principles relevant to their final project.
6. Address diversity as it relates to their selected issue, field of study and profession.
7. Identify available resources within their field pertaining to their final project.
8. Recognize and adapt to trends in their field of study.