Bachelor of science
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFIC TO PROGRAM AREA
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- LIBRARY/MEDIA SPECIFIC TO PROGRAM AREA
- ACADEMIC RESOURCES SPECIFIC TO PROGRAM AREA
- Table 3: Instructional Support Recommended for Proposed BS-IST
- Table 4. Cost of Attendance
- Table 5: Miami Dade College Full time and Part Time Technology Faculty
- Table 6: Current CPCM For CIP 11.0301, Track 4
- Table 7: Recommended Upper Division Course Sequencing for BS-IST (Application Development)
- Table 8: Recommended Upper Division Course Sequencing for BS-IST (Networking)
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT SPECIFIC TO PROGRAM AREAProvide a brief description of the existing facilities and equipment that will be utilized for the program. (Limit 150 words) The proposed program will take full advantage of computer-equipped classroom and laboratory facilities available throughout MDC. There are 1,412 technology workstations available across MDC’s three major campuses, North, Kendall, and Wolfson. North Campus has six technology classrooms with a total of 187 classroom computer workstations and a Computer Courtyard equipped with 210 computer workstations. Kendall Campus has nine technology classrooms equipped with a total of 284 computer workstations plus a Technology Study Center equipped with 75 computer workstations. Wolfson Campus has nine technology classrooms, equipped with a total of 256 classroom computer workstations, plus 400 computer workstations in its Computer Courtyard. All workstations are configured with essential software applications, including Microsoft Office Professional, Microsoft Visual C++, Java, email, and Internet Access. Provide a brief description of the new facilities and equipment that will be needed for the program, if any. (Limit 150 words) Minor renovations will be made beginning in July 2015 through August 2016 ($13,000) for offices for the two new faculty members who will be hired. Additional IT hardware equipment will be purchased as future technology innovations dictate, for which we have allocated $16,000. Computer workstations will continually be updated to current versions of software required to support the program. The initial startup cost of software will be $6,000 for the 2014-2015 academic year. For the two years following, the cost of upgrades and new software purchase will be $8,000 ($4,000 per year). During the 2017-2018 academic year, we anticipate software upgrades to be $2,000. LIBRARY/MEDIA SPECIFIC TO PROGRAM AREAProvide a brief description of the existing library/media resources that will be utilized for the program. (Limit 150 words) Currently, the database resources at MDC appear adequate to support the initial start-up of proposed courses. In light of the fact that the community college and university libraries are merging15, there is every reason to believe that MDC students and faculty will have even greater access to more advanced Computer Science databases. Existing Learning Resources personnel are adequate to support collection development. Either an existing faculty librarian or collection development professional will be able support the discipline with material selection and instructional needs. No cost is included for library renovations since the electronic/digital resources will be “housed” virtually and be available college-wide. Provide a brief description of the new library/media resources that will be needed for the program, if any. (Limit 150 words) The field of computing is rapidly changing and having up-to-the-date information in electronic, virtual formats (databases, eBooks, and LibGuides) is critical. As noted above, the current database resources at MDC appear adequate for the program start-up. However, MDC’s eBook collection is currently inadequate to the needs of the proposed courses. A start-up cost of $15,000 to purchase approximately 150 titles is recommended. In each subsequent year, $5,000 dollars will be set aside to keep the collection current in such fast-changing areas as networking, programming, and security. While the collection will be primary electronic and digital, a cursory search for print materials in related subject areas demonstrated a need for the purchase of a few key titles. A start-up cost of $5,625 will provide approximately 75 key titles, mostly historical in nature. A minimal expenditure of $2,000 for each of the following years can maintain the print collection. ACADEMIC RESOURCES SPECIFIC TO PROGRAM AREANumber of existing full-time faculty 29; 3 of whom are doctorally-prepared Number of existing part-time faculty 105; 3 of whom are doctorally-prepared Provide a brief description of the anticipated additional faculty that will be needed for the program, if any. (Limit 150 words) To supplement the existing MDC technology credentialed faculty, MDC will hire one additional full-time doctorally-prepared faculty member by August 2015 and a second full-time doctorally-prepared faculty member by 2016. Two part-time doctorally-prepared faculty members (1 FTE) will be hired between August 2014 and August 2015. Anticipated instructional support personnel needed List titles of personnel including administrators, advisors, librarians, lab managers, etc... Three part-time faculty support lab assistants will be added to provide instructional support. They will be hired in August 2014, August 2015, and August 2017 respectively. One full-time academic administrator to manage recruitment will be hired for the start of the 2014-2015 academic year and one part-time academic administrator for the start of the 2016-2017 academic year to provide support services, including data input and transcript processing. A part- time student services advisor will be hired in August 2014 to advise prospective and enrolled students. As applicable, provide additional information related to academic resources. (Limit 150 words) Table 3 summarizes the full and part time academic and administrative resources required to support the proposed program. Table 3: Instructional Support Recommended for Proposed BS-IST
COST TO STUDENTSAs evidenced in Table 4, Miami Dade College provides the most affordable baccalaureate educational opportunity in Workforce Region 23. Many students have financial constraints that dictate whether they are able to achieve their educational goals. In order to accommodate students who have personal obligations, MDC offers flexible course scheduling options such as evening and weekend and will review and consider on-line options. Anticipated cost for four years of study at FCS institution (Tuition and fees x credit hours) $112.22 x 84 (per lower division credit hour) $123.89 x 36 (per upper division credit hour) MDC TOTAL: $ 13,886.52 (special fees not included)
Estimated cost for four years of study at each state university in service district FIU - $201.66 x 120 credits = $24,199.20 (tuition only) (Table 4) (compared to the MDC cost of $13,886.52, which is $10,312.68 (42.61%) less)
Estimated cost for four years of study at each nonpublic institution in service district, if available As noted in Table 4, the estimated cost (not including extra fees) to attend SUS and private institutions in Workforce Region 23 ranges from $24,199.20 to $207,900.00. Table 4. Cost of Attendance
†The institutions within the table do not offer the same program as MDC. For the purpose of tuition evaluation, related technology or computer science degrees are utilized. *Note: Tuition is an estimate based on full-time enrollment (minimum of 12 credits per semester). ACADEMIC CONTENTList the admission requirements for the program. The BS-IST degree program is designed to provide seamless articulation for Associate in Science technology graduates, accommodating AS technology majors in computer programming and analysis, database administration, networking services technology, computer information technology, and internet services technology. Additionally, the program also accommodates students entering with an Associate in Arts (AA) degree and students with a minimum of 60 semester hours from a regionally accredited institution. Admission requirements include: Students must submit a completed Miami Dade College Admissions and Supplemental Application An Associate in Science in technology degree or AA degree from a regionally accredited institution -or- A minimum of 60 semester hours from a regionally accredited institution including: Completed the approved Common Pre-requisites applicable to the program, ENC 1101 or its equivalent, and MAC 1105 or higher A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale A minimum of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale in all lower division requirement courses (Note: Common Prerequisites (technology courses) necessary for program admission should be earned within 5 years of admission to the baccalaureate degree. If the technology course credits are more than 5 years old, students must consult an academic advisor.) Foreign Language: Students admitted to the baccalaureate degree program without meeting the foreign language admission requirement must complete such requirements prior to graduation. If satisfying the requirement by high school courses, high school transcript must be presented. Student Acknowledgement of Responsibilities (signed). All financial obligations to MDC satisfied. Students entering with an AS degree may need additional General Education credits to meet the 36 General Education credits required for the baccalaureate degree. Students entering with an AA degree may need additional electives to provide appropriate technical background for the baccalaureate program. Faculty credentials – Estimated percentage of upper division courses in the program to be taught by faculty with a terminal degree The Principles of Accreditation 3.5.4, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) In accordance with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), at least 25% of the upper division coursework in the proposed BS-IST will be taught by faculty with a terminal degree. Table 5 below indicates current faculty credentialing. Table 5: Miami Dade College Full time and Part Time Technology Faculty
Anticipated average student/teacher ratio in first year based on enrollment projections as stated in the Enrollment, Performance and Budget Plan form In the first year of the program, enrollment is projected to be 30 students (Appendix N, pg. 88). For lecture and lab courses, a maximum student to teacher ratio will be 30:1. MDC is committed to this student ratio for both lower and upper division technology courses. Summary of SACS accreditation plan - Florida Teacher Education Program Approval plan, and/or other specialized accreditation plan(s), as appropriate On June 24, 2004, Miami Dade College received accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Commission on Colleges as a Level 2 institution to offer and award baccalaureate degrees. The following MDC baccalaureates have been approved by the Florida Board of Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Science Biological Sciences Early Childhood Education Electronics Engineering Technology Exceptional Student Education Secondary Mathematics Education Secondary Science Education – Biology Secondary Science Education – Chemistry Secondary Science Education – Earth & Space Science Secondary Science Education – Physics Bachelor of Applied Science Film, Television & Digital Production Health Science with an option in Physician Assistant Studies Public Safety Management Supervision and Management Additional notification will be submitted to SACS for the proposed BS-IST as directed in Procedure One: Procedure for the Review and Substantive Changes Requiring Notification and Approval Prior to Implementation.16 In order to provide assurance that the program meets the quality standards established by the profession for which the program prepares its students, the BS-IST will undergo the ABET accreditation process. ABET is a non-profit and non-governmental accrediting agency for academic programs in the disciplines of applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology, and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The process is to commence in January 2016, with the ABET evaluation visit taking place in the Fall of 2016. Anticipated accreditation status is set for August 2017. Curriculum Course listing format: Course Number (e.g. MAC 1105), Course Title, # of Credits Are there similar programs listed in the Common Prerequisites Counseling Manual (CPCM) for the CIP code (and track, if appropriate) you are proposing? (Yes/No) Common Prerequisites Manual Yes, there are similar programs listed in the Common Prerequisites Counseling Manual under CIP 11.0103, Track 4. Seminole State College of Florida and Indian River State College offer similar Bachelor of Science with a major in Information Systems Technology programs with the same CIP code and track. No institutions in Workforce Region 23 offer the same program. Include a copy of the latest page from the CPCM for the CIP/Track for this program, as applicable. See Table 6. Table 6: Current CPCM For CIP 11.0301, Track 4:
If specific courses are listed in the CPCM or as determined appropriate for new programs, list lower division common prerequisites required. If no prerequisites are required for the program, state “No prerequisites.” LOWER LEVEL COURSES with MDC Proposed Alternative Course Options for Track 4 Course Hours Course Title MACX105 3 College Algebra or higher level mathematics
or STAX014 3 & ECOX013 3 Economics or ECOX023 3 & SPCX608 3 Introduction to Oral Communication or SPC X017 3 Fundamentals of Speech Communication & CEPX486C 3 Network Concepts and Operating System or CTS X134 4 Networking Technologies or CTS X650 4 Networking Fundamental & COPX000 3 Introduction to Programming or COP X334 4 Introduction to C++ Programming & CGSX540C 3-4 Database Management FOR ALL MAJORS: Students are strongly encouraged to select required lower division electives that will enhance their general education coursework and that will support their intended baccalaureate degree program. Students should consult with an academic advisor in their major degree area.
List all courses required for the final two years of the baccalaureate program by term, in sequence. For some broad-based programs (e.g., BAS Supervision and Management), a sample curriculum may be appropriate. For degree programs with concentrations, there may be more than one sequence showing courses that are the same and/or different per concentration area. Include credit hours per term, and total credits for the program. Table 7 below provides a sequential listing of the final two years of the proposed BS-IST with a discipline specific specialty area in Application Development. Table 7: Recommended Upper Division Course Sequencing for BS-IST (Application Development)
Table 8 below provides a sequential listing of the final two years of the proposed BS-IST with a discipline specific specialty area in Networking. Table 8: Recommended Upper Division Course Sequencing for BS-IST (Networking)
A comprehensive four-year curriculum guide which lists the recommended lower and upper division Electives is included in Appendix J (pg. 80), a listing of course descriptions for the proposed upper division coursework is included in Appendix L (pg. 84), and the mapping of Learning Outcomes for the proposed upper division coursework is included in Appendix K (pg. 83). In order to accommodate students who have personal obligations, MDC offers flexible course scheduling options such as evening and weekend and will review and consider on-line options. List specific Associate in Science and/or Associate in Applied Science programs offered at your institution that are aligned with the program, as applicable. The BS-IST degree program is designed to provide seamless articulation for MDC AS technology graduates, accommodating the following AS majors: Computer Information Technology Computer Programming and Analysis Database Administration Networking Services Technology Internet Services Technology Additionally, the program also accommodates students entering with an Associate in Arts degree and students with a minimum of 60 semester hours from a regionally accredited institution. Students entering with an AS degree may have more than 24 elective credits and may need additional General Education credits to meet the 36 General Education credits required for the baccalaureate degree. Students entering with an AA degree may need additional electives to provide appropriate background for the baccalaureate program. Is the program being proposed as a Limited Access program? (Yes/No) If yes, complete the following form and include it in the appendix for consideration. Limited Access Request Form No, the proposed BS-IST is not a limited access program. Directory: asa asa -> Table of contents key findings asa -> Asian Pacific Mathematical Olympiad(apmo) asa -> Administrative sciences association of canada associaton des sciences administratives du canada asa -> Cross country asa -> Sport Administration Learnerships asa -> Viljoen third in Lausanne asa -> Nuclear fission Download 11.86 Mb. Share with your friends:
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