UPI Study Colleges University of Arkansas Grantham Fundamentals of Information Technology
University of Arkansas Grantham Transfer Credit · Computer Science 200

Information Systems Elective (200 Level) at UAG.

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Fundamentals of Information Technology — transfers as Information Systems Elective (200 Level) at University of Arkansas Grantham
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Fundamentals of Information Technology
Computer Science 200 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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University of Arkansas Grantham recognizes as
Information Systems Elective (200 Level)
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: IS2**
DEAC accredited since 1961 · Transcript sent directly to University of Arkansas Grantham
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UAG
⏱️ 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 University of Arkansas Grantham's registrar. UAG applies the equivalency: Information Systems Elective (200 Level).

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Tuition saved vs UAG per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
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15

Savings = credits × $305 (UAG's per-credit tuition). UAG credit awards are subject to UAG review and policy.

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📚 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 Information Systems Elective (200 Level) at UAG
What does 'Elective credit' mean at University of Arkansas Grantham?
Elective credit fills the elective portion of a UAG degree — credits required for graduation but not tied to a specific named course or general education category. Every UAG degree program reserves a portion of total credits for electives, which gives students flexibility to round out their program.
How many elective credits do I need for my UAG degree?
UAG's degree programs each define an elective credit minimum within the total (60 credits for the Associate, 120 for the Bachelor's). The specific count varies by program. Check UAG's current academic catalog for the exact elective credit requirement.
Can I use Fundamentals of Information Technology for UAG electives even though it's a computer science course?
Yes. The Articulation Agreement explicitly recognizes UPI Study's Fundamentals of Information Technology as elective credit at UAG, regardless of subject area. UAG accepts transfer credit across disciplines as long as the credit comes from an approved provider with NCCRS or ACE recommendations.
How many UPI Study courses can I stack as electives at UAG?
Up to the overall 75% transfer cap (90 credits for the Bachelor's). UAG doesn't impose a separate elective cap beyond that, so you can stack multiple UPI Study elective courses as long as they fit within total transfer maximum and your program's elective requirement.
Is elective credit 'worth less' than named course credit?
No — credit is credit toward your UAG degree. Elective credits count fully toward the 60-credit Associate or 120-credit Bachelor's total. The only difference is they fill the 'elective' bucket on your transcript rather than a specific named course. They have the same weight in graduation requirements.
🔄 About transferring to UAG
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UAG degree?
University of Arkansas Grantham accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 66 UPI Study courses are recognized by UAG under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UAG.
Do I need to enroll at UAG first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UAG enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UAG when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UAG?
Once you complete Fundamentals of Information Technology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of Arkansas Grantham. UAG's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (Information Systems Elective (200 Level)) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Fundamentals of Information Technology for your UAG 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

Fundamentals of Information Technology is completed online through video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. As you finish the course, the transcript record can be sent to University of Arkansas Grantham, where it is reviewed course-by-course for credit and may be posted as Information Systems Elective (200 Level) if the work meets UAG's C-or-better standard.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical understanding of computer systems, data, networks, security, and databases, which can help in business settings where technology supports daily operations and decision-making. At University of Arkansas Grantham, that learning can fit into degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Business Administration when the credit is applied as an Information Systems Elective (200 Level).

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 UAG

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent for review and University of Arkansas Grantham evaluates it course-by-course. If accepted, UAG records it as Information Systems Elective (200 Level), which means it applies as elective credit rather than as a specific required course in the degree plan. That can still move you forward in programs such as the Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Business Administration by helping you reach total credit and elective requirements. Keep in mind that UAG allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of a degree, and awards transfer credit for equivalent coursework with a grade of C or better.

Who this course is for

This course is a reasonable fit for students who want to move toward a University of Arkansas Grantham degree and need an elective that can count toward total credit hours and elective requirements. It can also work for learners in programs like the Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Business Administration who want a broad IT foundation without taking a course that is only narrowly technical. It is less useful for someone who needs a direct major-specific course at UAG, since the transfer result here is an elective rather than a required core class, and UAG accepts up to 90 transfer credits.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to UAG.

University of Arkansas Grantham, part of the University of Arkansas System, has been DEAC-accredited since 1961 and accepts ACE-recommended credit. Transfer credit is awarded course-by-course for equivalent coursework with a grade of C or better.

What UA Grantham offers UPI students
Accepts ACE credit recommendations
New laptop provided at no cost
Purple Heart University · military Heroes Program
Part of the University of Arkansas System
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an undergraduate degree
1961
DEAC-accredited since

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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