Instructional Technology Certificate Program

CIP: 131321

The purpose of this certificate is to facilitate the professional growth of trainers and educators in the use of instructional technology.

Requirements

Core Courses

CSIS 44582	Technology Curriculum and Integration	3
CSIS 44614	Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning	3
CSIS 44635	Instructional Systems Design	3

Electives-Choose 6 hours from:

CSIS 44515	Effective Assessment	3
CSIS 44585	Instructional Technology and the Learning Process	3
CSIS 44626	Multimedia Systems	3
CSIS 44645	Computers and Networks	3
CSIS 44650	Building a Virtual Learning Environment	3
CSIS 44656	Current Issues in Instructional Technology	3

Total Credit Hours: 15

Admission Requirements for Certificate in Instructional Technology

1. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and submit undergraduate transcripts.
2. A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 is needed to enter the certificate program.

General Requirements and Policies for Certificate in Instructional Technology

1. A member of the Graduate Faculty for Computer Science/Information Systems area will serve as the major advisor.  The major advisor will assist students in approving and submitting the Degree Audit to the Graduate Office.  When updates are complete, the student will be notified to review and agree to the Degree Audit.  The major advisor must approve any additional changes to the student's Degree Audit by notifying the Graduate Office.
2. All courses in the certificate program can be applied toward the M.S. Instructional Technology degree. (Such students must formally apply for admission to this program and complete all admission requirements.)
3. A minimum grade point average of 3.00 must be earned for the courses in the certificate program.
4. The comprehensive examination will be scheduled and administered by faculty members in the Computer Science/Information Systems area.
5. A comprehensive examination must be successfully completed over the required courses.