Curriculum

Computer Systems Technology is an interdisciplinary curriculum that provides a background in computer technology, software, programming, information imaging, and other industry-related technologies.

Learning Outcomes

Apply the fundamental concepts of digital/analog signals and electronics to computer systems, networking, and media.
Use specifications and applications of computer components, network devices, and media in network administration.
Configure network operating systems and manageable network devices.
Design database interfaces and utilize basic programming techniques for business applications.
Use project management techniques to develop solutions, and address business issues to meet client needs.

Major Curriculum

The Computer Systems Technology major requires students to complete 75 hours. These hours are divided into three sections: General Education, Computer Systems Technology Core, and Electives. To learn more about each course, the prerequisites and any additional degree requirements, we suggest going to the Illinois State University Catalog.

The following information is for students who are in the 2021-2022 catalog.
Sample 4-Year Plan of Study
CST Major Sheet

General Education Courses - Required

CHE 102 Chemistry and Society
MAT 120 Finite Mathematics
MQM 100 Statistical Reasoning
PHY 105 Fundamentals of Physics
PSY 110 Fundamentals of Psychology

Computer Systems Technology Core - Required

TEC 100 Professional Development in Technology
TEC 143 Introduction to Electronics for Data Communication
TEC 151 Introduction to Computer Systems Technology
TEC 243 Computer Networking Systems
TEC 244 Digital Electronics
TEC 245 Applications of Operating Systems
TEC 270 Managing Technological Systems
TEC 283 Information & Imaging Technologies
TEC 284 Technical Computer Applications
TEC 313 Quality Systems for Technology
TEC 319 Graphical Software Interfaces
TEC 320 Project Management
TEC 330 Applied Economic Analysis for Technologists
TEC 378 E-Commerce
TEC 383 Telecommunications Technology
TEC 390 Computer Systems Applications

Electives - 12 hours required

TEC 116 Introduction to Technical Drawing and Constraint Based Solid Modeling
TEC 152 Digital Media Applications
TEC 216 Constraint Based Solid Modeling & Production Drawings
TEC 250 Graphic Media Composition
TEC 348 Selected Topics in Computer Systems Technology
TEC 358 E-Publishing Management
TEC 370 Supply Chain Logistics
TEC 398 Professional Practice
IT 168 Structured Problem Solving Using The Computer
IT 178 Computer Applications Programming
IT 254 Hardware & Software Concepts
IT 251 Systems Development
IT 262 Information Technology Project Management