INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES Bachelor of Technology: 121 Credit Hours

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1 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES Bachelor of Technology: 121 Credit Hours Prior Learning Assessment Opportunities ITD 1213 Course Hardware Systems Support ITD 1223 Network Systems ITD 1243 Principles of Information Security ITD 1353 Web Programming & Development ITD 2153 LAN/WAN Implementation & Support * ITD 2223 Operating Systems CS 1013 Computer Literacy & Applications (Elective) ITD 1013 Fundamentals of Information Technologies (Elective) ITD 2643 Linux Workstation & Server OS (Elective) Credit Hours 3 CompTIA A+ Approved Industry or Third Party Assessment(s) 3 Cisco Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) ** OR ** CompTIA Network+ 3 CompTIA Security+ Industry Assessment + Skills Assessment (SA) Institutional Challenge Exam WCE = Written Challenge Exam SA = Skills Assessment Approved for Portfolio Submission n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO 3 n/a n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO 3 Cisco Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing & Switching 3 CompTIA Linux+ (Workstation) ** AND ** n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO Microsoft Windows 7 & 8 Certifications 3 n/a n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO 3 CompTIA Strata IT Fundamentals 3 CompTIA Linux+ n/a n/a NO n/a WCE (70% minimum score) NO * ITD 2153 LAN/WAN Implementation & Support is a required course for the Bachelor of Technology, Network Infrastructure option. Written Challenge Exam will be administered through the OSUIT Assessment Center. To schedule an exam, osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu or call Although not required, it is recommended that you visit with an advisor in your program area prior to testing. School of Information Technologies infotech@okstate.edu osuit.edu/it Note: This is a live document and is subject to change. Check with an advisor for the most recent version. September 9, 2015

2 Accelerate your Education at OSUIT through Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Why is PLA Important? What Do I Need to Know? Prior learning credit is based upon demonstration of your knowledge and skills gained through training and experience. You can gain these skills in many ways, such as technical and on-the-job training, workshops, military training, community service, volunteer work, seminars, travel, and independent study. It SAVES You TIME OSUIT offers many options through which you may earn prior learning credit, including national tests and certifications, institutional challenge exams, and portfolio reviews. You must apply to be a degree-seeking student at OSUIT before you ask for a prior learning assessment. You will only receive prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to your declared major at OSUIT. You must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work through OSUIT before any prior learning credit that you earn will be placed on your OSUIT transcript. It SAVES You MONEY I m Interested, Where Do I Start? APPLY to OSU Institute of Technology! osuit.edu/admissions REVIEW the Prior Learning Assessment opportunities available for the OSUIT degree(s) that interest you. osuit.edu/pla IDENTIFY the courses that align with your knowledge and skill set and review the course description and learning objectives. (We recommend that you meet with a degree advisor to discuss your options.) GATHER your evidence if you are requesting PLA through industry certifications or portfolio review. Certifications, your resume, training records, letters from former employers, and samples of your work are great things to include! You can earn COLLEGE CREDIT for what you ALREADY KNOW It puts you on a FAST TRACK to your CAREER STUDY the course material if you are taking an institutional challenge exam. You only get one chance to pass it, so make sure you re prepared! CONTACT OSUIT s PLA Coordinator for guidance along the way. We re here to help! osuit.pla@okstate.edu or

3 ITD 1213 HARDWARE SYSTEMS SUPPORT Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: RESOURCES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies Focus is on the management and maintenance of hardware and operating system environments. Topics include user administration, security, backup/recovery, and advanced systems performance evaluation and troubleshooting. Theory/Lab. 1) Assemble a computer system from individual components having the computer successfully boot to the installed operating system. 2) Install and configure discrete hardware components from individual components having the system recognize and use the new components. 3) Install and configure device drivers for installed hardware components maintaining operational functionality. 4) Troubleshoot hardware issues based on possible industry scenarios to the resolution of the issue. 5) Document knowledge of hardware standards and computer architecture to industry acceptable format given common industry topics of research. 6) Install and configure the workstation and server operating system to meet identified business needs. 7) Communicate in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical written forms in electronic and/or print formats. 8) Communicate in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical presentations in live and/or recorded formats. 9) Interact socially in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical professional and/or social functions. 10) Conduct appropriate research activities to satisfy the requirements of a technical problem or business case and deliver their findings in the required format. IT Essentials PC Hardware and Software Companion Guide, Fifth Editio Ben Conry, Rick McDonald, Bill Shurbert Cisco Press, ISBN

4 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) CompTIA A+ OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

5 ITD 1223 NETWORK SYSTEMS Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: RESOURCES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies Students examine network concepts, standards, technologies, media, protocols and topologies. Topics include connectivity, network devices, basic security, local and wide area networks, network design, transmission media, structured cabling, IP addressing and Open System Interface (OSI) model. Theory/Lab. 1) Demonstrate knowledge of basic network classifications, topologies and network communication models based on acceptable business standards. 2) Demonstrate knowledge of industry standard network communication models based on acceptable business standards. 3) Troubleshoot and repair network hardware or software errors. 4) Conduct appropriate research activities to satisfy the requirements of a technical problem or business case and deliver their findings in the required format. 5) Communicate in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical written forms in electronic and/or print formats. 6) Communicate in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical presentations in live and/or recorded formats. 7) Interact socially in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical professional and/or social functions. Cisco CCENT/CCNA ICND Official Cert Guide and Simulator Library Wendell Odom ciscopress.com, ISBN

6 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) (credit will be awarded for any of the individual assessments listed below) OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW Cisco Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) CompTIA Network+ OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

7 ITD 1243 PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SECURITY Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: RESOURCES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies Students explore the principles of information assurance, with an emphasis on current threats and vulnerabilities. Topics include infrastructure and operational security; cryptography; legal and ethical issues; and security policies, practices and procedures. Theory/Lab. 1) Analyze the current state of the information security discipline. 2) Assess legal, ethical and professional information security-related issues. 3) Apply risk management strategies. 4) Formulate a comprehensive security plan. 5) Apply the methodology of Security Systems Development Life Cycle. 6) Assess the qualifications of security personnel. 7) Acquire and analyze digital forensics data. Principles of Information Security, Fourth Edition Michael E. Whitman and Herbert J. Mattord Cengage Course Technology, ISBN-13:

8 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW CompTIA Security+ OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

9 ITD 1353 WEB PROGRAMMING & DEVELOPMENT Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: RESOURCES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies Students learn web development through the application of various development principles, tools and technologies. Topics include audio, video and image formats; HTML; Dynamic HTML; XML; FTP; CSS; and JavaScript. Theory/Lab. 1) Create and appropriately use graphics in a web site. 2) Use HTML tables. 3) Design and implement web page layouts. 4) Use Cascading Style Sheets to separate appearance from content. 5) Develop a complete Web site. 6) Validate HTML and CSS syntax. 7) Use JavaScript. Head First HTML and CSS: Second Edition Freeman, Eric; Robson, Elisabeth, O Reilly Media, Inc. ISBN

10 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

11 ITD 2153 LAN/WAN IMPLEMENTATION & SUPPORT Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: RESOURCES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies An advanced course on the design, configuration, and maintenance of switches, routers, local area networks (LANs), virtual local area networks (VLANs) and wide area networks (WANs). Topics include: LAN configuration, operation and troubleshooting; WAN configuration, operation and troubleshooting; advanced routing protocols, and network troubleshooting. Theory/Lab. Prerequisite: ITD ) Demonstrate knowledge of basic network classifications, topologies and network communication models based on acceptable business standards. 2) Design and configure networks using acceptable standards for network classifications, topologies, and communication models. 3) Demonstrate the need for scalable networks within an enterprise environment. 4) Demonstrate knowledge of network trends and issues using models based on acceptable standards. 5) Demonstrate knowledge of industry standard network communication models based on acceptable standards. 6) Troubleshoot and repair network hardware or software errors. Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching Official Cert Guide and Simulator Library Wendell Odom ciscopress.com, ISBN

12 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) Cisco Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing & Switching OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

13 ITD 2223 OPERATING SYSTEMS Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies Focuses on operating systems and system security. Topics include operating system installation, configuration and implementation, and operating system security architectures. Theory/Lab. 1) Install and configure the workstation and server operating system to meet identified business needs. 2) Implement appropriate workstation and server security requirements meeting or exceeding the current security policies. 3) Demonstrate knowledge of standard backup and disaster recovery processes to meet or exceed the disaster recovery needs. 4) Determine and install the server operating system including the appropriate services required. 5) Understand virtualization capabilities for expansion of existing hardware and software solutions. 6) Communicate in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical written forms in electronic and/or print formats. RESOURCES: How to Do Everything: Windows 8 Mary Branscombe, Simon Bisson, & Eric Butow (2013) McGraw Hill Education, ISBN 13: A Practical Guide to Ubuntu Linux : Third Edition Mark G. Sobell, (2010) Prentice Hall

14 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) (both certifications must be presented in order to qualify for prior learning credit) CompTIA Linux+ (Workstation); AND Microsoft Windows 7 & 8 Certifications OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

15 CS 1013 COMPUTER LITERACY & APPLICATIONS Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: RESOURCES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies An applied exploration of personal computing in which students learn system operation and maintenance, Internet technologies and primary desktop applications. Theory. 1) Identify and use basic computer components including the Windows Operating System. 2) Manage user accounts including the use and organization of messages & contacts, file storage, and O-Key. 3) Use the internet to browse, search, and locate resources. 4) Use MS Word to produce professional quality documents used in academic and workplace environments. 5) Create and design spreadsheets in MS Excel; using a variety of formatting techniques, formulas, multiple worksheets, and charts used in academic and workplace environments. 6) Prepare informative and visually attractive PowerPoint presentations that may include hyperlinks, clipart, tables and animation used in academic and workplace environments. Microsoft Office 2013 & Windows 7 Study Resources

16 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

17 ITD 1013 FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies An overview of information technologies, its systems and culture, in which students work in teams on real-world, multi-level projects in learning environments reflective of current, high-performance business settings. Topics include general literacy and terminology, history, societal impact and cultural shifts, career fields and opportunities, technology forecasting and trends, as well as contemporary ethical issues. Theory/Lab. 1) Document course projects using productivity software and standardized templates. 2) Create, organize and manage computer files and folders. 3) Design and develop a web page. 4) Design a basic computer network using major devices and multiple operating systems. 5) Implement basic computer security technologies, practices and processes to safeguard against common threats and vulnerabilities. 6) Write and use basic computer programs using a high-level programming language. RESOURCES: Discovering Computers: Technology in a World of Computers, Mobile Devices, and the Internet, 2014, 1st Edition Misty E. Vermaat, Susan L. Sebok, and Steven M. Freund Course Technology, ISBN10: , ISBN13:

18 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) CompTIA Strata IT Fundamentals OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Passing Score: Calculator Needed? Number of Questions: Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.

19 ITD 2643 LINUX WORKSTATION & SERVER OS Course Assessment Guidelines DEPARTMENT CONTACTS: COURSE DESCRIPTION: LEARNING OBJECTIVES: RESOURCES: Randy Ritchey Dean, School of Information Technologies Focuses on workstation and server Linux operating systems. Topics include operating system installation, configuration, maintenance and security. Theory/Lab. 1) Install and configure the workstation or server operating system to meet identified business needs. 2) Design, develop, and implement appropriate workstation server security requirements meeting or exceeding the current policy needs. 3) Design, develop, and implement backup and disaster recovery processes to meet or exceed the current business disaster recovery needs. 4) Determine and install the server operating system including the appropriate services satisfactory at an enterprise level. 5) Utilize virtualization to expand the capabilities of existing enterprise hardware and software solutions. 6) Conduct appropriate research activities to satisfy the requirements of a technical problem or business case and deliver their findings in the required format. 7) Communicate in a professional manner in both IT technical and non-technical written forms in electronic and/or print formats. Ubuntu Unleashed 2014 Edition; Covering and (9 th Edition) Matthew Helmke (2014) Pearson Education, ISBN 13:

20 EVALUATION: PLA Assessment Fee: No Charge (Valid until September 1, 2016) Mastery of course learning objectives may be evaluated utilizing any one of the prior learning assessment options identified by a check mark below. OPTION A INDUSTRY OR THIRD PARTY ASSESSMENT(S) OPTION B PORTFOLIO REVIEW CompTIA Linux+ OPTION C OSUIT INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGE EXAM WRITTEN CHALLENGE EXAM Location: Contact: OSUIT Assessment Center osuitassessmentctr@okstate.edu Passing Score: 70% Calculator Needed? 2 Hours None No Number of Questions: 100 Format: Essay Matching Multiple Choice Short Answer True/False SKILLS ASSESSMENT Must pass written challenge exam or provide the following industry credential before requesting skills assessment: Passing Score: Description: NOTES: Individual must be admitted as a degree-seeking student at OSUIT to receive prior learning credit. Student must successfully complete 12 or more semester hours of college credit-bearing course work at OSUIT before prior learning credit will be placed on the OSUIT transcript. There will be a $5/credit hour advanced standing fee for all prior learning credit earned through the PLA evaluation process. This fee will be charged to the student s bursar account when the courses are placed on the student s transcript. All credit earned through prior learning assessment will be designated with a neutral grade of passing (P) on the OSUIT transcript. No more than 75% of a degree may be awarded through a combination of prior learning assessment and transfer credit. OSUIT will only award prior learning credit for coursework that is applicable to the student s declared major at OSUIT.