Major in Applied Computing Technology

Concentration in Computing Education

(Effective Fall 2010)

This teacher education program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Computing Technology with a concentration in computing education (K-12 technology education) with state licensure in Instructional Technology (Computers) and provides students with a background in education, computer programming, and computer systems to enable graduates to teach computing principles and serve as computing technology experts in public schools.

Graduates of this program will be capable of teaching a broad range of computing technology: computer applications, web development, and programming, including AP computer science courses. They will also be capable of providing expert information technology support for schools for instructional and administrative purposes.

Students enrolled in the concentration will need to seek advising in both the Computer Science Department, as well as the School of Education to ensure timely completion of the licensure requirements. Contact James Peterson in the Computer Science Department (970/491-7137) for information about content courses and James Folkestad in the School of Education (970/491-7832) for information about the education course requirements.

Notes

• Graduation requirements are subject to change. A student can be held for any changes in requirements in years not completed except if such changes would extend the time normally required to complete the degree (this applies only if a student is full-time and making normal progress towards degree completion).
• Special study or practicum courses may not be used to meet any requirements other than total credits toward graduation. Such courses may apply toward the University upper division credit requirements.
• No transfer credit from another institution will be given for a course in which a grade of D or less was received.
• Students are discouraged from taking an overload. Only students with sophomore or above status, who have an overall 3.5 GPA or better, and a 3.5 GPA or better in computer science courses, will be permitted to take an overload. This rule applies to graduating seniors.
• A waiver mechanism exists to permit acceptance of equivalent courses to meet requirements, and to recognize other exceptional circumstances. Students should consult the key advisor before taking a substitute course if they believe waivers are appropriate.
• A C or better is required in required CS classes; earning less than a C (including a C-) is the same as not having taken the course for prerequisite purposes.

Suggested Sequence of Courses

Course Requirements for a B.S. Degree in Applied Computing Technology: Computing Education Concentration

NOTE: Applied Computing Technology majors will be excused from prerequisites for CIS355. Access to CIS courses is restricted. Contact the CIS Dept. about overrides.