Bachelor of Science in Informatics
Informatics is the application of Information Technology to a particular area or discipline of study. It is concerned with converting data into information, and applies information technologies to solve problems. It combines coursework in a traditional subject area with information technology. An informatics degree prepares graduates for a range of positions. Some of the career options include database developer/manager, bioinformatics, chemical informatics, human-computer interface design, information architect, IT consultant, multimedia specialist, network manager, software developer, system administrator, technical writer, and Webmaster.
Curriculum
General Education Distribution Requirements
Title |
Course |
Credits |
| Elementary Composition I |
ENG-W 131 |
3 |
| Elementary Composition II |
ENG-W 132 |
3 |
| Professional Writing Skills |
ENG-W 231 |
3 |
| Public Speaking |
SPCH-S 121 |
3 |
| Humanities |
Various |
6 |
| Lab science course |
Various |
4 - 5 |
| History of Western Civilization I |
HIST-H 113 |
3 |
| History of Western Civilization II |
HIST-H 114 |
3 |
| Mathematics |
MATH-M 125 or M 118 or M 119 or M 215
|
3 or 5 |
| Statistics |
MATH-K 310 or PSY-K 300 |
3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Electives |
Various |
9 |
Global Studies
Choose ONE of the following options:
Option I: Two courses of a foreign language (at the 2 nd year level) |
Various |
6 |
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Option II: Two courses from among the following: BUS-D 300, International Business Administration; BUS-D 301,The International Business Environment; BUS-D 302, International Business: Operations of International Enterprises; HIST-C 392, History of the Modern Near East; HIST-D 410, Russian Revolutions and Soviet Regime; HIST-F 447, United States-Latin American Relations; POLS-Y 217, Introduction to Comparative Politics; POLS-Y 219, Introduction to International Relations; POLS-Y 338, African Politics; SPEA-J 355, International Criminal Justice Perspectives
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Various |
6 |
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| Option III: An overseas study program approved by your advisor |
Various |
6 |
Informatics Courses (34 cr hours)
Introduction to Informatics |
INFO-I 101 |
4 |
Mathematical Foundations of Informatics |
INFO-I 201 |
4 |
| Social Informatics |
INFO-I 202 |
3 |
| Information Infrastructure I |
INFO-I 210 |
4 |
| Information Infrastructure II |
INFO-I 211 |
4 |
| Human Computer Interaction |
INFO-I 300 |
3 |
| Organizational Informatics |
INFO-I 303 |
3 |
| Information Representation |
INFO-I 308 |
3 |
| Design and Development of an Information System I and II |
INFO-I 450/451 |
6 |
Cognate Area - Select One - (15 - 18 cr hours)
BIOLOGY
Required Courses: |
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| Introduction to Biology |
BIOL-L 105 |
5 |
| Principles of Genetics |
BIOL-L 364 |
3 |
| Computers in Biology |
NIOL-L 477 |
3 |
| Select a total 5 - 6 CreditsFrom the Following: |
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| Survey of the Plant Kingdom |
PLSC-B 203 |
5 |
| Principles of Immunology |
BIOL-L 321 |
3 |
| Microbiology |
MICR-M 310 |
3 |
| Microbiology Laboratory |
MICR-M 315 |
2 |
| Cell Physiology |
BIOL-L 367 |
3 |
| Comparative Animal Physiology |
PHSL-P 416 |
3 |
| Ecology |
BIOL-L 473 |
3 |
BUSINESS
Required Courses: |
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| Economics |
ECON-E 200 or E 300 or BOTH E 201 & E 202 |
3 or 6 |
| Choose TWO courses |
BUS-A 201, L201 or K201 |
6 |
| Choose TWO courses |
BUS-D 301, Z 302 or S302 |
6 |
| Introduction to Business |
BUS-W 100 |
3 |
CHEMISTRY
Required Courses: |
|
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| Principles of Chemistry II* |
CHEM-C 106 |
3 |
| Organic Chemistry I: Lecture |
CHEM-C 341 |
3 |
| Organic Chemistry II: Lecture |
CHEM-C 342 |
3
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| Chemical Information Sources & Services |
CHEM-C 400 |
1 |
| Select Two From the Following: |
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| Physical Chemistry I |
CHEM-C 361 |
3 |
| Analytical Chemistry |
CHEM-C 310 |
3 |
| Inorganic Chemistry |
CHEM-C 430 |
3 |
| Biological Chemistry |
CHEM-C 483 |
3 |
*Prerequisite is CHEM-C 105
COGNITIVE SCIENCE
A - Required Courses: |
|
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| General Psychology |
PSY-P 103 |
3 |
| Cognitive Psychology |
PSY-P 335 |
3 |
| Introduction to Philosophy |
PHIL-P 100 |
3 |
| B - Select One From the Following: |
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| Introduction to the Philosophy of the Mind |
PHIL-P 360 |
3 |
| Nineteenth Century Philosophy |
PHIL-P 304 |
3 |
| Phenomenology and Existentialism |
PHIL-P 335 |
3 |
| Logic and Philosophy |
PHIL-P 352 |
3 |
| C - Select One From the Following: |
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| Methods of Experimental Psychology |
PSY-P 211 |
3 |
| Neuroscience |
PSY-P 326 |
3 |
| Elementary Logic |
PHIL-P 150 |
3 |
| Any Philosophy course not selected from B above |
Various |
3 |
MATHEMATICS
Required Courses: |
|
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Calculus I |
MATH-M 215 |
5 |
| Calculus II |
MATH-M 216 |
5 |
| Calculus III |
MATH-M 311 |
4 |
| Select One From the Following: |
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| Linear Algebra for Undergraduates |
MATH-M 303 |
3 |
| Elementary Differential Equations with Applications |
MATH-M 313 |
3 |
| Discrete Mathematics |
MATH-M 347 |
3 |
| Elements of Probability |
MATH-M 360 |
3 |
NEW MEDIA
Required Courses: |
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| Visual Communication |
NMCM-N 210 |
3 |
| Web Writing and Usability |
NMCM-N 315 |
3 |
| Select Three From the Following: |
|
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| Digital Art |
NMCM-N 200 |
3 |
| Communication Theory |
SPCH -S 336 |
3 |
| New Media Communication Theory |
NMCM-N 411 |
3 |
| Advanced Technical Writing |
ENG-W 321 |
3 |
| Theories and Practices of Editing |
ENG-W 365 |
3 |
| Video Production |
NMCM-N 320 |
3 |
| Introduction to New Media Communication |
NMCM-N 201 |
3 |
| Web Design and Development |
NMCM-N 213 |
3 |
| Organizational Communication |
COM-C 380 |
3 |
PUBLIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
Required Courses: |
|
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| The American Criminal Justice System |
SPEA-J 101 |
3 |
| Introduction to Public Affairs |
SPEA-V 170 |
3 |
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| Select Three From the Following: |
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| Public Management |
SPEA-V 263 |
3 |
| Managing Behavior in Public Organizations |
SPEA-V 366 |
3 |
| Law and Public Policy |
SPEA-V 376 |
3 |
| Introduction to Environmental Sciences |
SPEA-E 272 |
3 |
SOCIOLOGY
Required Courses: |
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| Introduction to Sociology -OR- Social Problems & Policies |
SOC-S 100 or 101 |
3 |
| Methods of Sociological Research |
SOC-S 252 |
3 |
| Statistics* |
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| Three additional Sociology Electives at 300 - 400 level |
Various |
9 |
* Students selecting the Sociology cognate should select PSY-K 300 as their statistics course. See General Distribution requirements above.
Electives (to total a minimum of 122 cr. hr.)
What Can I Do With an Informatics Degree?
As a general rule, a college major does not prepare you for one specific job, but rather it enables you to develop skills and abilities that can be applied to a broad range of occupations. This is particularly true in today's competitive market, where the information explosion has created a demand for employees whose education has taught them how to think quickly, analyze data, and communicate well. Sophisticated computer systems are the standard in virtually every area of business, industry, and public service, creating an increasing demand for professionally educated Information specialists. As you progress toward your educational and professional goals, the Office of Career Services, located in the Kelley Student Center, can assist you with aptitude and interest assessments and help you prepare for the job search and interview process.
Contact
For an application, more information, or to schedule a visit, contact:
Office of Admissions
Indiana University Kokomo
2300 S. Washington Street
P.O. Box 9003
Kokomo, IN 46904-9003
(765) 455-9216
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