The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is a comprehensive degree program designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge, practical skills, and analytical capabilities required to excel in the ever-evolving field of information technology. The curriculum blends both theoretical concepts and hands-on experience, to ensure that graduates are prepared to tackle real-world challenges and contribute significantly to the IT industry. Whether the goal is to prepare for a new career or advance with a current employer, OCU’s BIT program pushes students to grow professionally.
Currently, the BIT program is not available for F-1 students
OCU requires, minimally, evidence of an earned high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) tests, ability-to-benefit exam (ATB), or the successful completion of a degree program. OCU also requires that the applicant complete general education requirements prior to applying to OCU, preferably around 60 units or an associate degree.
OCU will award a maximum of 80% undergraduate semester hours earned at previous institutions as transfer credit. Transfer credits must be from recognized institutions of higher education.
| Requirements | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| General Ed. Component | 36 |
| Communication and English | Choose 3, other(s) can be elective | 9 |
| COM 100 Introduction to Mass Communication | 3 |
| COM 200 Public Speaking | 3 |
| ENG 100 English Composition | 3 |
| ENG 110 Undergraduate Academic Writing/APA | 3 |
| ENG 300 Critical Thinking | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Choose 3, other(s) can be elective | 9 |
| POL 100 Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC 110 Art and Culture | 3 |
| Math and Sciences | 12 |
| BUS 150 Business Mathematics | 3 |
| INT 100 Introduction to Information Technology | 3 |
| INT 150 Computer Applications | 3 |
| MAT 200 College Algebra | 3 |
| MAT 220 Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| Cultural Studies | Choose 2, other(s) can be elective | 6 |
| HIS 100 World History I | 3 |
| REL 100 Introduction to Religion | 3 |
| REL 110 Introduction to the Bible | 3 |
| REL 200 Religions of the World | 3 |
| Common Professional Component (CPC) | 51 |
| CSE 100 Fundamentals of Programming | 3 |
| CSE 105 Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CSE 110 Discrete Structures | 3 |
| CSE 115 Computer Networking | 3 |
| CSE 200 Network and System Administration | 3 |
| CSE 205 Object Oriented Programming with Java | 3 |
| CSE 210 Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSE 215 Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 |
| CSE 220 Principles of Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSE 225 Computer Organization and Architecture | 3 |
| CSE 230 Web Design and Development | 3 |
| CSE 235 Introduction to Cyber Security | 3 |
| CSE 300 Fundamentals of Cloud Computing and Virtualization | 3 |
| CSE 305 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| CSE 315 Data Warehousing and Data Mining | 3 |
| CSE 405 Software Project Management | 3 |
| MIS 105 Fundamentals of Information Technology | 3 |
| Internship Component | The Internship Component requirement can be fulfilled by completing an internship, internship reflection course, or by seeking Prior Experiential Learning credit (PEL). | 6 |
| Elective Component | The Electives Component requirement can be fulfilled by receiving credit for any undergraduate (<500) course(s) that is/are not a requirement. Concentration Component can be fulfilled by completing the required courses for the concentration. | 24 |
| Capstone Module | The Capstone Component is the final project that wraps up the entire academic program and represents a significant milestone in academic and professional development. | 3 |
| CSE 455 Capstone | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 120 |