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Dunlap-Stone University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 200

TECH-106 – Intro to Computing at DSU.

Earn this Dunlap-Stone University equivalency through UPI Study's Fundamentals of Information Technology — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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Fundamentals of Information Technology — transfers as TECH-106 – Intro to Computing at Dunlap-Stone University
Signed Articulation Agreement · February 2025
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Fundamentals of Information Technology
Computer Science 200 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Dunlap-Stone University recognizes as
TECH-106 – Intro to Computing
3 transcript credits · DSU course: TECH-106
DEAC accredited since 2003 · Transcript sent directly to Dunlap-Stone University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to DSU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of fundamentals of information technology, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Identify key concepts, components, and types of information systems in business
  • ✓Describe computer system fundamentals, including hardware, memory, and data storage
  • ✓Explain the binary language of computers and the role of input/output devices
  • ✓Evaluate data storage technologies and their historical evolution
  • ✓Examine the functions of operating systems and differentiate between software types
  • ✓Design relational databases and perform SQL queries for business intelligence
  • ✓Describe computer networks, internet components, and cloud computing
  • ✓Implement network security measures and predict future networking trends
  • ✓Analyze e-commerce models, manage infrastructure, and explore specialized information systems
  • ✓Apply knowledge management, AI techniques, software development methods, and address IT ethical considerations
📚Major topics covered
What is an Information System? Hardware & Binary Systems Software Types & Enterprise Applications Data, Databases & Big Data Database Management Systems (DBMS) SQL & Business Intelligence Networking & Communication Information Systems Security Strategic Role of IT in Business Business Process Management (BPM) People & Careers in IT Information Systems Development Globalization & the Digital Divide Ethics, Privacy & Legal Implications Trends: Cloud, AI & Mobile Computing Software Development Methodologies
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Dunlap-Stone University's registrar. DSU applies the equivalency: TECH-106 – Intro to Computing.

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Tuition saved vs DSU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate = credits × $475, DSU's undergraduate rate of $1,425 per 3-credit course (2026-2027 Academic Catalog). Under the articulation agreement DSU does not charge tuition for the UPI Study courses it recognizes as credit. Credit awards are subject to DSU's registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Fundamentals of Information Technology → DSU.

📚 About Fundamentals of Information Technology
What is Fundamentals of Information Technology?
Fundamentals of Information Technology is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 200 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About TECH-106 – Intro to Computing at DSU
Does Dunlap-Stone University accept Fundamentals of Information Technology as a direct equivalent to their TECH-106 – Intro to Computing?
Yes. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University lists UPI Study's Fundamentals of Information Technology as DSU's TECH-106 – Intro to Computing, a named course, not just elective or general-education credit. The credit posts to your DSU transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Named-course credit. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University lists Fundamentals of Information Technology as TECH-106 – Intro to Computing, so it meets that course requirement on your DSU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken TECH-106 – Intro to Computing at DSU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for TECH-106 – Intro to Computing, DSU typically applies UPI Study's Fundamentals of Information Technology as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your DSU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking TECH-106 – Intro to Computing directly at DSU?
The credit value is the same: 3 credits toward your DSU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), so you can finish faster and start before you enroll at DSU. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at DSU to reduce overall program time.
Does Dunlap-Stone University ever change which courses they accept as TECH-106 – Intro to Computing?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University currently lists Fundamentals of Information Technology → TECH-106 – Intro to Computing. We update this page whenever that changes.
🔄 About transferring to DSU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my DSU degree?
Dunlap-Stone University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by DSU under the UPI Study × DSU articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at DSU.
Do I need to enroll at DSU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no DSU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to DSU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach DSU?
Once you complete Fundamentals of Information Technology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Dunlap-Stone University. DSU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (TECH-106 – Intro to Computing) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Fundamentals of Information Technology for your DSU credit.

What is Fundamentals of Information Technology?

Fundamentals of Information Technology is an introduction to how computer systems support business work. It covers the basic parts of information systems, hardware and software, data and databases, networks, security, and how IT helps organizations make decisions and run processes. The course gives students a broad view of how computers, data, and business needs fit together.

How the course teaches you

Students work through the course online at their own pace, moving through video lessons, then completing quizzes and an assignment along the way. Final grades are weighted 20% quizzes, 30% assignments, and 50% a final exam. Passing the course produces a transcript entry that Dunlap-Stone University recognizes as TECH-106 – Intro to Computing.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course covers hardware, memory, data storage, operating systems, databases, networks, and security, which are the basics people in business roles use when they work with company systems and data. At Dunlap-Stone, the credit can be applied to degree plans such as the Associate of Arts: Business Administration, the Bachelor of Business Administration, and the Bachelor of Arts: Psychology. For students in those programs, the course gives a working vocabulary for technology and data topics that come up across many fields.

Skills you walk away with

Identify types and components of information systemsExplain hardware, memory, storage, and binary basicsDifferentiate operating systems and software typesDesign simple relational databasesWrite basic SQL queries for business questionsDescribe networks, internet components, and cloud computingRecognize common network security measures

Taking this course toward DSU

After you finish the course, the official transcript is sent to Dunlap-Stone University. The DSU registrar applies the credit as TECH-106 – Intro to Computing, a named course equivalency that maps to a specific course code in the catalog. Once applied, the course can be counted in your degree plan under that code, so you will not need to take a separate introductory computing course at DSU for that requirement. Transfer credit at DSU is capped at 90 credits, or 75% of a degree, so you should confirm with an advisor how your total transfer credits fit within that limit.

Who this course is for

This course suits adults who want to finish a Dunlap-Stone degree and need a computing requirement met at a lower cost than classroom tuition. It also fits career changers who need a foundation in how business systems operate before taking more advanced work. Because DSU recognizes it as a named equivalency, TECH-106 – Intro to Computing, it carries more certainty than a general elective, and up to 90 credits (75%) may transfer toward a degree. It is not a good fit for anyone who expects hands-on programming practice, since the course centers on concepts, systems, and the SQL and database work covered in its outcomes.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to DSU.

Dunlap-Stone University recognizes UPI Study courses for credit in its undergraduate degrees under the signed articulation agreement. Each course below has the DSU course, general education category or elective credit Appendix 1 assigns it.

What DSU offers UPI students
✓Signed articulation agreement (February 2025)
✓No DSU tuition for UPI Study credit it recognizes
✓100% online degrees for adult learners
✓DEAC accredited · Arizona licensed · AZ-SARA
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer credits toward a bachelor's
75%
Max share of an undergraduate program from transfer

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Students must be enrolled at DSU in good standing and meet course and program requirements. DSU is solely responsible for how it recognizes UPI Study courses.

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