Academic Catalog 2026-2027

Slippery Rock University

Computing, Bachelor of Science (BS) - Concentration in Information Technology/Advanced Piloting (CCBC)

Program Learning Outcomes (SRU)

  • Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions (UWO#2) 
  • Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline (UWO#2) 
  • Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts (UWO#1) 
  • Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles (UWO#8, 10) 
  • Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline (UWO#1) 

Program Learning Outcomes (CCBC)

This program trains students in the subject content the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) determined is necessary for commercial pilots; and takes students from f irst flight through multi-engine and Certified Flight Instructor ratings.

Related Links

Computing - Information Technology/Advanced Piloting, BS Program Page

Professional Licensure/Certification Page

Curriculum Guide

GPA RequiremeNT

Overall GPA: 2.0 or higher

Summary*

Rock Studies 2 Requirements (taken at CCBC)29
Rock Studies 2 Requirements (taken at SRU)16
Advanced Piloting Requirements (taken at CCBC)33
Major/Concentration Requirements (taken at SRU)51

* All undergraduate degree programs require a minimum of 120 credits.  Some courses meet multiple requirements, but are only counted once toward the 120 credit total required to graduate.

Rock Studies 2 Requirements

The Rock
SUBJ 139Foundations of Academic Discovery 13
WRIT 101English Composition (taken at CCBC)3
LITR 210Concepts of Literature (taken at CCBC)3
COMM 201Public Speaking (taken at CCBC)3
MATH 125Precalculus4
Subtotal16
Integrated Inquiry
Creative and Aesthetic Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Humanities Inquiry
Select 3 Credits3
Social Science Inquiry (taken at CCBC)
AVIP 260Human Factors Theory (taken at CCBC)3
Natural Sciences Inquiry
SCI 101Science of Life3
Physical Sciences Inquiry (taken at CCBC)
METR 140Foundations in Meteorology (taken at CCBC)4
Subtotal16
Additional Rock Studies Requirements (taken at CCBC)
Select the following 13 Credits13
AVIP 120
Foundations and Development of Aviation (taken at CCBC)
AVIP 180
Instrument Flight Theory (taken at CCBC)
AVIP 270
Aerodynamics of Flight (taken at CCBC)
Total Hours45
1

Course offered in multiple subjects; cannot take course in first major subject.

DIVERSITY,  EQUITY,  AND INCLUSION REQUIREMENT

Students must take and pass a course with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) designation prior to graduation.  Students can meet this requirement by taking any DEI - designated course in any program at any time during their undergraduate career. 

Major Requirements/Concentration

  • 26 major credits must be taken at SRU or PASSHE
  • 26 major credits must be taken at the 300 level or above
Required Core Courses
CPSC 130Introduction to Computing and Programming 13
CPSC 146Programming Principles 13
CPSC 207Shell Commands and Scripting 13
CPSC 300Challenges of Computer Technology 13
CPSC 311Discrete Computational Structures 13
CPSC 323Fundamentals of Database Systems 13
CPSC 423Computer Networks 13
Subtotal21
Information Technology Core Courses
CPSC 217Advanced Web Programming 13
CPSC 237Mobile App Development for Smart Devices 13
CPSC 315Internet of Things (IoT) 13
CPSC 317Server-Side Scripting 13
CPSC 327Administration and Security 13
CPSC 427IT Capstone Project 13
Subtotal18
Information Technology Electives
Select two courses in sequence from one of the following areas:6
Cybersecurity
Practical Computer Security 1
Cybersecurity in the Era of Evolving Technology 1
Management
Organizational Behavior 1
Any MGMT course 300 level or above 1
Information Technology Electives
Select two additional courses from the following (one must be 300 level or above):6
3D Modeling for Computing 1
Selected Computer Languages 1
Object-Oriented Programming 1
Practical Computer Security 1
Introduction to Computer Forensics 1
Data Mining and Data Analysis 1
Data Visualization 1
Advanced Web Technologies 1
Internship 1
Introduction to Computer Graphics 1
Risk Assessment and Fraud Prevention 1
Subtotal12
Total Hours51
1

Course counts for 50% of Major requirements and Major GPA

*

Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.

Advanced Piloting Required Coursework Completed at CCBC:
AVIP 190Instrument Flight Rating 2
AVIP 202Aircraft Engines Theory3
AVIP 204Aircraft Systems Theory3
AVIP 215Commercial Flight Theory5
AVIP 220Commercial Flight Certification I3
AVIP 225Commercial Flight Certification II3
AVIP 250Multi-Engine Flight Rating1
AVIP 275Certified Flight Instructor Theory2
CIST 100Introduction to Information Technology3
MATH 126Statistics4
Select two of the following:4
AVIP 280
Certified Flight Instructor - Airplane
AVIP 285
Certified Flight Instructor - Instruments
AVIP 288
Certified Flight Instructor - Multi-Engine
Total Hours33

Important Curriculum Guide Notes

This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.

PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions

COMPUTING - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONCENTRATION - BS (6420/643C)
ADVANCED PILOTING WITH CCBC (ADVP) /CIM 580
This program is effective as of Spring 2026
Revised 01.05.2026
MOU date: 09.18.2025

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallHours
AVIP 180Instrument Flight Theory (taken at CCBC) 7
AVIP 190Instrument Flight Rating (taken at CCBC) 2
WRIT 101English Composition (taken at CCBC) 3
CPSC 130 Introduction to Computing and Programming 3
ESAP 101 FYRST Seminar 0-1
 Hours15-16
Spring
AVIP 120Foundations and Development of Aviation (taken at CCBC) 3
CIST 100Introduction to Information Technology (taken at CCBC) 3
MATH 126Statistics (taken at CCBC) 3
CPSC 146 Programming Principles 3
MATH 125 Precalculus 4
 Hours16
Second Year
Fall
AVIP 215Commercial Flight Theory (taken at CCBC) 5
AVIP 220Commercial Flight Certification I (taken at CCBC) 3
LITR 210Concepts of Literature (taken at CCBC) 3
SUBJ 139Foundation of Academic Discovery 3
 Hours14
Spring
AVIP 202Aircraft Engines Theory (taken at CCBC) 3
AVIP 204Aircraft Systems Theory (taken at CCBC) 3
AVIP 225Commercial Flight Certification II (taken at CCBC) 3
CPSC 217 Advanced Web Programming 3
SCI 101 Science of Life 3
 Hours15
Third Year
Fall
AVIP 250Multi-Engine Rating (taken at CCBC) 1
AVIP 260Human Factors Theory (taken at CCBC) 3
AVIP 270Aerodynamics of Flight (taken at CCBC) 3
CPSC Elective 3
CPSC 207 Shell Commands and Scripting 3
CPSC 300 Challenges of Computer Technology 3
 Hours16
Spring
AVIP 275Certified Flight Instructor Theory (taken at CCBC) 2
Select 2 of the following: 4
AVIP 280
Multi-Engine Rating (taken at CCBC)
AVIP 285
Certfied Flight Instructor (taken at CCBC)
AVIP 288
Certified Flight Instructor - Multi-Engine (taken at CCBC)
CPSC 323 Fundamentals of Database Systems 3
CPSC 311 Discrete Computational Structures 3
 Hours12
Fourth Year
Fall
METR 140Foundations in Meteorology (taken at CCBC) 4
COMM 201Public Speaking (taken at CCBC) 3
CPSC 237 Mobile App Development for Smart Devices 3
CPSC 317 Server-Side Scripting 3
 Hours13
Spring
Humanities Inquiry 3
CPSC 327 Administration and Security 3
CPSC 315 Internet of Things (IoT) 3
CPSC Elective 3
Creative & Aesthetic Inquiry 3
 Hours15
Fifth Year
Fall
CPSC 423 Computer Networks 3
CPSC 427 IT Capstone Project 3
CPSC Electives 6
 Hours12
 Total Hours**128-129