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Information Technology Problem Solving

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
MoWe 4p.m. – 5:15p.m.		 Wheatley-Peters W01-0006 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Time
MoWe 4p.m. – 5:15p.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W01-0006
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

Description

Several IT concepts are introduced including programming, databases, networking, web servers and how they work together in a modern system. Students work in groups to implement examples of these systems. The course examines the importance of key issues such as security, privacy, and ethics. Students should leave the course with an understanding of the components of modern systems and the scope of knowledge needed to become an IT professional.

Prerequisites

Open to IT/MGT students only. Non IT/MGT major degree students in partner programs may register for this course starting 07/28/2025.  Guest students and non-partner program students may submit registration requests starting 08/04/2025 Placement into Math 115 or higher level math course or completion of Math 115 or higher level math course.

Guest registration opens August 18

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/2/2025 - 12/12/2025

Location

Wheatley-Peters W01-0006

Enrolled / Capacity

28 / 40

Status

Closed

Instructor

Christopher Kelly

Tuition*

$2065 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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