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WELCOME NEW CIT STUDENTS Department of Computer & Information Technology (CIT) VSTAR- Spring 2021
Welcome from CIT Advisors
Melody Carducci Lisa Klein
Knoy 209 Knoy 213
klein85@purdue.edu
mmcbrite@purdue.edu
765-494-6484
765-496-6426
Lauren Lucas Angie Murphy
Knoy 211 Knoy 207
ljlucas@purdue.edu armurphy@purdue.edu
765-494-0364 765-496-6003
and CIT Faculty Administration
Thomas J Hacker, Ph.D. Phillip T Rawles
Associate Professor Associate
Interim Department Head
Department Head
Professor Knoy 215
Knoy 223 ptrawles@purdue.edu
hacker@purdue.edu 765-496-1212
765-494-4465
Dawn Laux, Ph.D. Julia Taylor Rayz, Ph.D.
Clinical Associate Professor Associate Professor
Associate Department Head Assistant Department Head
Knoy 253 Knoy 243
dlaux@purdue.edu jtaylor1@purdue.edu
765-494-5995 765-494-9525
Connecting and Communicating with your Advisor and the CIT Department
Students are required to read all the information in this VSTAR Document. The Next Steps
slide will provide you with the steps required to meet with your Academic Advisor.
CIT Advising Office Hours: Office hours are open times that you can stop by to see your
advisor or another academic advisor to answer questions or get to know us. We encourage you
to use these times for quick items and when unable to make an appointment via BoilerConnect.
https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/degrees/computer-and-information-technology/advising
CIT Email Communication: You will receive emails from CIT-Announcements@purdue.edu
and CIT-Advising@purdue.edu that will notify you of important CIT Registration Meetings and
CIT Events. These emails will be sent to your @purdue.edu email address. Please check your
Purdue email account REGULARLY.
Sign up for the Brightspace CIT Student Information “course”:
To get access to all of this information, go to https://www.training.purdue.edu/CITStudentInfo and
enroll in the course today!
Don’t worry, this course has no tuition, homework, quizzes, labs, or exams - It’s just filled with
information to help you make the most of your experience in CIT.
• Registration Information, CNIT Course Syllabi, Credit by Exam (test-out) information,
Faculty Office Hours, CIT Student Council information
Once enrolled in the course, these items will appear on your Brightspace
calendar
Short and Long Term Goals
WHAT DO YOU PLAN TO DO IN AFTER YOU GRADUATE?
Become gainfully
employed?
Relocate?
Attend Graduate
School?
Other?
Communicating
this information with
your advisor will allow us
to partner with you
to achieve your goals.
CIT Resources: Read and Review all Information
You are required to attend a registration meeting once per semester to plan the next
semester’s courses. This information will help you with plan your meeting and be
prepared with questions.
CIT Registration Website: VSTAR Website (Materials Needed for your
https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/degrees/computer-
Advising Appointment *save in a personal
and-information-technology/advising/registration CIT Information computer folder for future
reference)
This website contains links to many CIT
https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/degrees/computer-
Resources and course information. and-information-technology/advising/vstar
Links include:
• AP credit information CIT Plan of Study (8 semester layout)
• Computer Recommendations CIT Policies & Guidelines (Signed copy required to be
returned to Academic Advisor)
• CNIT course information
Spring 2021 Schedule Revision DROP/ADD
• Plan of Study Comparison Charts DEADLINES*
• Transfer Credit Form and information
• Critical Paths for all 4 majors *Each semester the drop/add deadline calendar is posted at:
https://www.purdue.edu/registrar/calendars/
(Bookmark the link and refer to it to determine what approvals are needed
to make your changes to your course schedule)
Google key words: Purdue CIT
Registration
CIT Bachelor of Science Program B.S. in Computer and Information Technology (120 credits) The first year is similar for ALL four CIT major options. If you are debating between majors, it is strongly advised you make your decision in the second semester of your freshman year to stay on track. Faculty are available to help you with your decisions. Students will also complete a Co-Curricular Requirement of Information Technology Professional Experience. Majors: Computer and Information Technology (CNIT) Cybersecurity (CSEC) Network Engineering Technology (NENT) Systems Analysis and Design (SAAD) Changing Majors within CIT: Students may change majors within the BS in CIT and discuss options with your Academic Advisor. Changes should be discussed sooner than later so you are aware of any impacts this may have on timeline to graduation.
CIT Policies & Guidelines Sample Form
You must acknowledge that you have read and understand these policies prior
to meeting with an advisor for Spring 2021 registration.
Add new link on VSTAR page (update needed for CIT Registration Website)
Complete with:
• First Name and Last Name
(official Purdue Record)
• Digital Signature
• Date
• Purdue Identification Number
Advanced placement, International Baccalaureate, A Level and Dual Credit
AP Credit
• The College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Program scores must appear on your Purdue Record
• Scores must be submitted by the College Board directly to Purdue University
• Purdue CODE: 1631
• College Board Website: https://www.collegeboard.org/
• CIT accepts credits with score of 4 or 5
• See Handout to map AP Credits to CIT degree requirements
International Baccalaureate Credit
• Exams can be taken at either the Subsidiary Level (SL) or at the Higher Level (HL).
• Credit normally will be awarded for HL subjects only, but there are a few exceptions. A list of courses is available here:
https://www.admissions.purdue.edu/transfercredit/ibcredit.php
• CIT accepts credits with scores of 5 or higher
A Level Credit
https://www.purdue.edu/IPPU/ISS/Admission/alevel.html
Dual Credit/Transfer Credit
If you have taken college courses in Indiana while in high school or a another University, you may receive direct transfer credit if
the courses were taken for dual credit (high school and college).
You must submit official college transcripts to the Office of Admissions for dual credits to be considered. Please submit
electronically whenever possible: admissions@purdue.edu
https://admissions.purdue.edu/transfercredit/dualcredit.php
*Please submit as soon as completed for timely credit evaluation.
Degree Planning Resources myPurdue Plan: The myPurdue Plan worksheet is a tool to track your progress to degree completion. All degree requirements, minor requirements, and any other requirements to degree completion will be listed here. Use this in conjunction with your Plan of Study (8 semester layout). In the CIT department we focus on the block specific to your major and the “Other Departmental Requirements.” By following the plan of study you will complete the “University Core” and "Statewide General Transfer Core Curriculum." You may see different courses mapping to these requirements and that is ok! Watch this short video to see how to access the program and review helpful information about this important tool. https://mediaspace.itap.purdue.edu/media/myPurduePlan+Overview/1_hwvaocsr You can find a link to My Purdue Plan Worksheet on the Academic tab of Your MyPurdue Portal. My Purdue Login
myPurdue – myPurdue Plan Worksheet
You will be using the Worksheet for
Registration course informationFirst Year Recommended Courses & Alternatives
Please refer to the Advisor Course Recommendation Form from your Advisor
FIRST SEMETER SECOND SEMESTER
• CNIT 18000 (CIT Gateway Course) • CNIT 15501
• TECH 12000R (Design Thinking in • CNIT 17600
Technology) or TECH 12000H (Honors • MA 16020 (Applied Calculus II)
College only.)
• SCLA 10100/SCLA 10200 or *ENGL
• MA 16010 (Applied Calculus I) – See 11100 (American Language & Culture
Math Assessment Slide for prerequisites
for International Students II)
• TLI 11200 (Foundations of • **Behavioral Social
Organizational Leadership) Sciences Foundational Selective (PSY
• SCLA 10100/SCLA 10200 or *ENGL 12000 or SOC 10000 recommended for CSEC majors).
11000 (American Language & Culture
for International Students I)
Additional Alternatives: Economics Selective, Statistics Selective, Accounting Selective,
Humanities Selective or Science Selective
If you are enrolled in a Learning Community, you may have courses pre-populated on your course
request. Your advisor will discuss how or if these courses will meet degree requirements.
*If enrolled in Purdue language and cultural exchange (PLACE)
**Purdue University Core Curriculum List: Review these lists for options.
https://www.purdue.edu/provost/students/s‐initiatives/curriculum/courses.htmlPurdue University Math Assessment
REQUIREMENTS FOR CIT MAJORS ARE MA 16010 & 16020
Purdue University Math
Course Description ALEKS SAT SAT ACT Do I need to take the
Percentage Math Math Math ALEKS*?
(Prior (After
to March March
2016) 2016)
< 500 < 530 < 21 Yes!
MA 15300 Algebra & 45% 500 530 21 Not required but
Trigonometry I recommended
MA 15800 Precalculus 60% 550 570 24 Not required but
recommended
MA 16010 Applied 75% 600 620 26 Not required but
Calculus optional
*ALEKS information is located at:
http://www.math.purdue.edu/academic/undergrad/placement
Taking preparatory courses may be necessary.
Your success in the required math courses is important!Math Advanced Credit Exam Students can take advanced credit exams to receive Purdue Credit for select undergraduate courses. Exams cannot be taken for elective credit, they can only be taken for credit in a course that is required by the student's plan of study. Your advisor must give you a completed Mathematics Advanced Credit Exam Authorization Form before you can register for an exam. Credit exams are not open to students who have received a grade in the course (or an equivalent course) or are currently taking the course (after the first exam). Students with W in a course are permitted to take the credit exam. More information and study guides available here: https://www.math.purdue.edu/academic/undergrad/credit/ Courses with available Advanced Credit Exams •Credit exams for MA 15300, MA 15800. •Credit exams for Mathematics for Elementary Teachers (MA 13700, MA 13800, MA 13900) •Credit exams for Science Calculus (MA 16500, MA 16600. MA 26100, MA 26200, MA 26500, MA 26600). •Credit exams for Applied Calculus (MA16010, MA16020)
Selecting a Non-Computing Minor When, How, and is it necessary? Some CIT plans of study require adding a minor while others provide the option of adding non computing minors or certificates to fulfill Interdisciplinary (I/D) Selectives. Each plan of study has a different number of required I/D credits. Students may choose any non-computing minor or certificate to fulfill the requirements. Many minors require courses that are also required on CIT plans of study, which allow for students to complete minors while also completing major degree requirements. Selecting your minor early will allow you the flexibility to fulfill major and minor requirements simultaneously. Majors with Required Minor/Certificate (Interdisciplinary Credits: 15) Computer and Information Technology (CNIT) Systems Analysis and Design (SAAD) Majors with Optional Minor/Certificate Cybersecurity (CSEC) (Interdisciplinary Credits: 6) Network Engineering Technology (NENT) (Interdisciplinary Credits: 9) Minor and Certificate requirements are listed here: http://catalog.purdue.edu Minors - https://catalog.purdue.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=16362 Certificates - https://catalog.purdue.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=16362 Computing minors that do not count towards your plan of study include, but are not limited to, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Computer Graphics (excluding Product Lifecycle). Please consult your advisor with questions. Discuss with your advisor so the minor may be added to your record.
Popular Minors with credit mapping
Minor Requirements: https://catalog.purdue.edu/
Fulfills CIT Degree Requirement &
Minor Overlapping Course
Minor Requirement
Design and Innovation TECH 12000 TECH 12000
Foreign Language SPAN 10100, e.g. Humanities Foundational Selective
Forensic Sciences ENTM 22810 Science Selective
ENTM 22820 Lab Science Selective
Required CNIT course, CSEC Selective
CNIT Courses or Information Technology Selective
Management MGMT 20000 Accounting Selective
ECON 25100 Economics Selective
Behavioral Social Science Foundational
POL 10100, 12000, Selective/Humanities Foundational
Political Science etc. Selective
Behavioral Social Science Foundational
Psychology PSY 12000 Selective
Behavioral Social Science Foundational
Sociology SOC 10000 SelectiveCornerstone Certificate
Students beginning the CIT program What is Cornerstone Integrated Liberal
Summer and Fall 2018 and going forward, Arts?
will earn the Cornerstone Certificate by Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts is a 15
following the prescribed Plans of Study. credit hour certificate program designed
for all Purdue undergraduates. The two-
semester first year sequence is taught by
The certificate is fulfilled with the following: a team of award winning Liberal Arts
SCLA 10100, SCLA 10200, Faculty. It is followed by three courses
Communication Selective, Professional built around a series of themes designed
Speaking Selective and Professional to add depth to the student’s major.
Writing Selective.
The Cornerstone certificate provides you
with a road map to navigate the varied
Check with your advisor about adding options of the Purdue core curriculum. It
this certificate. presents a set of classes that
complements any student’s area of study
and fosters the creative thinking that
makes good business and industry
leaders, and even more importantly, good
citizens.Entrepreneurship Certificate Entrepreneurship and Innovation The purpose of the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program is to inspire and teach students in all disciplines to be innovators and entrepreneurs, whether they choose careers in start-ups or larger organizations. Through a series of five courses and related experiential programs, students learn the theory and practice related to starting and running new ventures, while turbo charging their degrees. (Courses fulfill interdisciplinary selectives.) • Entrepreneurial business knowledge and skills. • Team building, leadership and communication skills. • Access to a network of like-minded students and professionals. • Enhanced job prospects and career choices. • Hands-on real-world experiences to showcase to future employers. Eligibility The program is open to students in all majors who have approximately four semesters remaining in their academic programs. Upon completion of the requirements, students receive an official certificate, which is also recorded on their academic transcript. Program Requirements Students must complete five courses in the following categories: Two Introductory Core Courses, Two Option Courses, and One Capstone Course. For More Information: https://www.purdue.edu/entr/requirements/
Applications in Data Science Certificate The Applications in Data Science: Undergraduate Certificate program will ensure all Purdue students have foundational knowledge of Data Science that they utilize “in situ” within their chosen contexts. Students who earn this certificate will have a foundation in Statistical Methods and Computation as well as Data Literacy, Management, and Analytics and will apply their foundational skills in related courses in their areas of interest. The non‐computing requirements may fulfill Interdisciplinary Selectives. Check with your advisor about adding this certificate.
BoilerConnect
HTTPS://WWW.PURDUE.EDU/BOILERCONNECT/
Find your Spring 2021 Advisor
Course Recommendation Form
here with course registration
suggestions from your advisor
after you have met for your
advising appointment.
This is also where you can find
contact information for your
advisor and instructors in addition
to scheduling appointments with a
handful of offices on campus and
your advisor. The "Reports/Notes"
section will also provide helpful
information regarding registration
or other important conversations
with your advisor.Registration Holds
These holds need to be cleared before you meet with your academic
advisor. You will be unable to register for classes during your advising
appointment. (i.e. drop/add courses) if you have holds on your account.
Financial Responsibility:
Review and update your annual agreement under:
Bills & Payments on myPurdue
• Student Account
• Click link “Acknowledge Your Financial Obligations”
Emergency Contact:
• Add or validate an existing emergency contact
• Academics tab in myPurdue
• Personal Information sections
• Emergency Contacts
If emergency contact exists, you must click the Verify/Submit Changes button at the
bottom of the page even if there are no changes made.Using Scheduling Assistant: Available WhenYou Meet with your Advisor
Be sure to select
Spring 2021
For course
suggestions where
verbiage is
indicated
(examples circled),
you will need to
select a course
from each of these
categories
according to your
plan of study.
Please find the list
of approved
courses in
myPurdue Plan.
Scheduling Assistant Help: Office of the Registrar’s website:
https://www.purdue.edu/registrar/currentStudents/students/student_scheduling_assistant.html
https://www.purdue.edu/registrar/currentStudents/index.htmlTECH 12000: Design Thinking in Technology When registering for TECH 12000, Honors College students need to be sure to select “TECH 12000HDPT” and non- Honors College Students need to select “TECH 12000R” All students will also be signed up for a distance component in addition to the face-to-face time as this class is taught in a hybrid format.
Registering for Math
MA 16010 - face-to-face (STRONGLY RECOMMENDED).
MA 16020 Hybrid - a combination in class and online.
MA 16020 Traditional - the "traditional" set up of lecture.
MA 16020 (no letters at the end) - indicates you are okay with being placed in either the
traditional or the hybrid section.
MA 16010DIST or MA 16020DIST - taught EXCLUSIVELY online.
Here is a link to descriptions from the Math Departments for additional
information: https://www.math.purdue.edu/academic/files/courses/2020spring/MA16020/M
A16020DifferentClassStructures.pdfLook up Classes Tool
It is important to know how to learn more about the classes you plan to take. The
"Look Up Classes" tool, found in myPurdue, can be a great asset moving forward! As
you can see, circled in purple, this information lists what days and time the course is
offered in addition to how many spots may be available in the course.
When you see a flag here, there is a "link"
between that course and another. This means
Clicking on the number here, the you must enroll in multiple meeting times of this
CRN, will provide a link to the course. This is common when there is a lab or
course description. recitation tied to the lecture. Scheduling
Assistant will link these automatically.
This "R" means there are requisites for
the course. Click on the "R" to see what
prerequisites or other requirements
there may be in order to be able to take
this course. Other requirement could
include student classification or student
major or program.Student Programs
YOU MUST FOLLOW PROGRAM GUIDELINES AND MAKE CONTACT IF YOU ARE PART OF THESE PROGRAMS – AS PER
PROGRAM INSTRUCTIONS
Honors College Students
• Please watch for information from the Honors College regarding meeting with an advisor within the
Honors College.
• HONR 19901 will be pre-populated in your Course Request Form. This course is required.
• Call 765-494-2929 for questions.
Horizons Students
• Must enroll in GS 19900 (3 credits) or GS 49000 (2 credits) first semester of freshman year. This
will be pre-populated in your Course Request Form.
• Call 765-494-7094 or visit https://www.purdue.edu/horizons for more information.
Purdue Promise
• Must enroll in GS 19700 (1 credit)
• You will be provided with an override to add these courses to your schedule when you meet with the
program staff when you arrive on campus.
• Call 765-494-9328 or visit http://www.purdue.edu/purduepromise for more information.TECH 19900
THIS CLASS WILL BE TAUGHT BY POLYTECHNIC DEAN BERTOLINE AND ASSOCIATE DEAN CONNOLLY
POLYTECHNIC Course Description:
This course will prepare you to succeed
LIVING WITH A as a student as well as in your
professional life as a leader and manager
PURPOSE AND in any highly competitive technology-
based organization. You will learn
THRIVING techniques to organize your day and
week, set realistic short- and long-term
goals, stay on top of your field, and lead a
less stressful and happier professional
Meets: Tuesday and Thursday and personal life. The courses will also
provide you with insights into your
March 15 – May 1 strengths and how to focus those
12:30 – 1:20 pm strengths so you are doing your best
every day. You will develop a philosophy
CRN: 29436 for life so that you know what matters to
you and why. Develop an understanding
of resiliency and well-being and begin
1 credit hour optional course practices that bring resiliency and well-
being to your life.
Ask your advisor for more
information.CIT Graduates: Job Titles & Employers
Potential Job Titles: Example of Employers:
• Business Analyst • Amazon • Ford Motor Co
• Cloud & Infrastructure Consultant • Apple • Google
• Cybersecurity Analyst • Booz, Allen & Hamilton • Intel
• Data Analyst • Cerner Co. • Interactive Intelligence
• Cisco Meraki • JP Morgan Chase
• Infrastructure Analyst
• CIA • Lockheed Martin
• Information Assurance Engineer • Crowe, LLP • Microsoft
• IT Consultant • DoD • Salesforce
• Network Engineer • Eli Lilly • Target
• Risk Consultant • FBI • USSA
• Security Specialist • Fidelity Investments • US Secret Service
• Software Engineer
• Systems Analyst
• Technical Solutions Analyst
Alumni Salary Data for CIT Majors is available from the
Center for Career Opportunities here:
https://www.cco.purdue.edu/Alumni/AlumniStartingSalariesStudent Employment Opportunities
Student Employment
(Federal Work Study and Student Employment Opportunities)
https://www.purdue.edu/studentemployment/site/
Purdue Center for Career Opportunities:
https://www.cco.purdue.edu
Career Fairs:
• Polytechnic Virtual Career Fair: February 3, 2021
https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/career-fair
• Center for Career Opportunity Calendar:
https://www.cco.purdue.edu/Employers/CareerFairsCIT Student Organizations
Purdue CIT Student Council
https://www.citstudentcouncil.org/
o Contact purduecitcouncil@purdue.edu if you wish to talk to a current student.
Cybersecurity Honors
By Invitation based on GPA and student progress toward degree.
o Have completed fifty percent (50%) of the credit hours required for graduation as an undergraduate student
o Have completed at least 9 credit hours of courses required by a security-related major
o Have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least a 3.25 in a 4.0 system or its equivalent
o Have at least a 3.00 in a 4.0 system on 9 credit hours of courses required by a security related major
Women in Cybersecurity
https://wicyspurdue.wordpress.com/
Cyber Forensics Club
https://www.boilerlink.purdue.edu/organization/pcf
Minority Technology Association (MTA)
http://boilerlink.purdue.edu/organization/minoritytechnologyassociation
Women in Technology
https://boilerlink.purdue.edu/organization/womenintechnologyCommunicating with your Academic Advisor Communicating with your advisor is important for many reasons. We want to ensure you are able to get assistance when needed. When sending an email, always send it from your @purdue.edu email. Be sure to include your full name (first and last), PUID and be clear about your request. Remember, we are assisting multiple students. Please allow 2 business days for us to get back to you. Please do not email all CIT advisors if your specific advisor does not respond immediately. If you need assistance quickly, please see us during open office hours. Office hours will be listed on our website: https://polytechnic.purdue.edu/degrees/computer-and- information-technology/advising (process will be communicated as guidelines and policies are established) Remember, we are here to help with more than just scheduling classes. Please feel free to reach out whenever you have questions or to get to know us. We are here to support your success and look forward to working as partners.
Schedule Revision Calendar
Available at https://www.purdue.edu/registrar/calendars/
*This is a revised schedule as of October 7, 2020. For the most accurate calendar, please check the website.
It is advised that you bookmark this page for future reference.Helpful University Contacts Campus Locations May be Closed to Walk Ins – Check Before Making a Visit
Purdue University Virtual STAR
LIVE SESSIONS
You have completed the University's Virtual STAR sessions, but the access to
information is not over! We invite you to go back to view updates and virtual
sessions.
Where to find Orientation Sessions:
https://www.purdue.edu/orientation/vstar/overview.html
Check back for updates!
You will have access to review the Virtual STAR information in Brightspace as
you begin the new semester. Be sure to complete all steps as you are
responsible for this information.Next Steps – Action required now to meet with Advisor
Next steps now:
To receive your scheduling appointment link for registration, complete the following
1. Complete the following Survey and Questionnaire at:
2. Confirm that you have completed the Student Information Form. This can be found
in the New Student Checklist. Include all previously completed college coursework,
AP Credits and IB Credits as this will ensure that you take the correct courses at
Purdue.
3. Confirm that you have read the CIT Policies and Procedures discussed earlier in
this presentation. Save and sign the form. You will submit to your advisor during
your advising appointment.
4. Review University Core Requirements and if you have not yet met these
requirements, choose at least three options from each list.
5. Clear all holds prior to your scheduling meeting so you may submit your schedule.
We will address survey responses in the order they are received. Please be patient for a
response from your assigned advisor. Watch your Purdue email address for an email from
BoilerConnect which will be and Advising Appointment invitation.
Action items for the Spring semester:
Required check-in with your Academic Advisor after Spring courses start. We will send an
email with next steps to complete this.BOILER UP! Follow us on social media! @PurdueCIT
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