Educational Level: Lower undergraduate, Associate
Credit Hours: 3 Credits
Instructor: Prof. Benita Hubbard
Course Description:
This course introduces students to the foundations and principles of information technology and the impact they have in todays society. The course topics include: digital literacy, information technology theories and concepts, information technology skills in professional fields, computing devices, research in technology, multimedia, and networking.How This Course Benefits Students:
In a study by Mid Pacific ICT Center the following statement was determined, In the 21st century, an ability to work with information and communication technologies is becoming as essential to education, life and workplace success as "reading, writing and arithmetic". ICT Digital Literacy should be considered a basic skill by educational systems, something taught to and assessed for all students. http://www.mpict.org/ict_education_defined_importance.html Students will become ready to enter into the ministry career/volunteer paths with more marketable information technology literate. They will have the knowledge to lead, teach, and thrive in various fields.Why This Course Is Important:
Information technology literacy will continue to be a necessity in everyday life, such as education, churches, businesses, organizations, etc. Keeping abreast of information technology in todays society is an important part of this field for the success and future challenges some communities may face in underprivileged or urban areas. Following Gods path for students seeking a career in information technology can provide better opportunities for many others.- Professor: Benita Hubbard
Educational Level: Lower undergraduate, Associate
Credit Hours: 3 Credits
Instructor: Prof. Benita Hubbard
Course Description:
This course introduces students to the foundations and principles of information technology and the impact they have in todays society. The course topics include: digital literacy, information technology theories and concepts, information technology skills in professional fields, computing devices, research in technology, multimedia, and networking.How This Course Benefits Students:
In a study by Mid Pacific ICT Center the following statement was determined, In the 21st century, an ability to work with information and communication technologies is becoming as essential to education, life and workplace success as "reading, writing and arithmetic". ICT Digital Literacy should be considered a basic skill by educational systems, something taught to and assessed for all students. http://www.mpict.org/ict_education_defined_importance.html Students will become ready to enter into the ministry career/volunteer paths with more marketable information technology literate. They will have the knowledge to lead, teach, and thrive in various fields.Why This Course Is Important:
Information technology literacy will continue to be a necessity in everyday life, such as education, churches, businesses, organizations, etc. Keeping abreast of information technology in todays society is an important part of this field for the success and future challenges some communities may face in underprivileged or urban areas. Following Gods path for students seeking a career in information technology can provide better opportunities for many others.- Professor: Benita Hubbard
Educational Level: Lower undergraduate, Associate
Credit Hours: 3 Credits
Instructor: Prof. Benita Hubbard
Course Description:
This course is an introduction to networking fundamentals including the design, configuration, troubleshooting and management of wired and wireless networks. Students will learn networking concepts including the basics types of networks, topologies, the OSI model, Ethernet, wireless, IP addressing, DNS and other common protocols. This course prepares students for the CompTIA N+ vendor neutral industry certification.How This Course Benefits Students:
Every organization needs a network administrator. Considering cybersecurity threats, networking security skills are essential and career opportunities are growing and relevant. There are many opportunities for ministry and even missional work to unserved areas to provide network access.Why This Course Is Important:
It is necessary for students to learn the many opportunities for ministry and careers in network security, design and administration.- Professor: Benita Hubbard
Educational Level: Lower undergraduate, Associate
Credit Hours: 3 Credits
Instructor: Prof. Benita Hubbard
Course Description:
This course introduces an overview of concepts and theories for managing technology in everyday life. Topics covered in this course will be: uses and effects of technology in society, technology in education, technology in business, and technology in health.How This Course Benefits Students:
If you already feel like you are living in a sci-fi futuristic fantasy, just wait. Technology is getting exponentially faster, more immersive and intuitive. And as technology changes, so does the way we live according to Entrepreneur (2016). Students will be a the heart of learning the new technological advances in everyday life and these skills will enable them to enter into a ministry career/volunteer and become successful in various fields.Why This Course Is Important:
Managing technology for everyday life is can be seen as corrupt or harmful to society today but students will learn to use it for a positive purpose. Students will experience various opportunities to share Gods love and word with the use of technology within multiple careers and volunteer endeavors.- Professor: Benita Hubbard
