Apprentice Info - Class of 2011

During their first year, ITAP students -- called "Apprentices" -- are assigned to cohort groups of five or six students and participate in four six-week training rotations with key campus information technology (IT) groups.  This first year lets them experience a broad series of IT services, including digital video/audio production, Web design, information analysis, desktop and network hardware, and client support.

People create their own success by learning what they need to learn and
then practicing it until they become proficient at it. -- Brian Tracy

Fall 2007 ITAP Institute Timeline
August 5 Rotation Preferences
Survey Due		 Indicate your preferences for the rotations in which you would like to be placed during your first year. Go Take the Survey Now . . .
August 12 ITAP Students Arrive to Campus 8 a.m. – Noon:  Check in with Residence Life, Reese Hall
(Find details at www.depauw.edu/2011)

11 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.: Check in with ITAP, Union Building Lobby
After checking in with Residence Life, check in to ITAP and meet with ITAP staff members. Here, you will receive a detailed schedule for ITAP Institute, August 13-17.

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Welcome to Campus, First ITAP Meeting, and Reception
At 1:30 p.m., there will be opening remarks in the Union Building Ballroom for you and your parents. Then, ITAP students will meet as a group for the first time from 1:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., followed by a reception for parents and students in the Union Building lobby.
August 13-17 ITAP Institute During the week, you will meet your fellow ITAP classmates, learn the expectations and goals of ITAP, learn more about your first year training rotations, and participate in workshops to enhance your technical and professional skills. During the ITAP Institute, we will be meeting as a group each day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

You will need your laptop each day during the ITAP Institute.  If you have not yet purchased a DePauw Program Laptop, visit www.depauw.edu/laptop.

Snacks throughout the week and lunch on Wednesday during ITAP Institute will be provided. All other meals will be on your own using your University meal plan.

Apprentice Training Rotations:

A. ASP: Database-driven Web Sites:  Students will learn the fundamental elements of Access database designs and how to create a dynamic Web site that will display information contained in a database.
B. Computer Service & Support:  Students will learn how to install software, troubleshoot and repair hardware and software problems, effectively communicate with clients, remove viruses, understand computer networks, and assist with classroom technology support.
C.  Digital Audio:  Students will be introduced to digital audio basics including live recording, media conversion, music software application, embedding audio files into Web pages, and podcasting.  They will also gain an understanding of how these technologies are currently being used by students, faculty, and staff on DePauw's campus.
D.  Digital Video:  Students will receive an introductory "hands-on" experience in the process of digital video design and production.
E.  Multimedia Design & Development:  Students will learn how to design and author various multimedia materials (especially Flash) by engaging in a variety of activities related to digital media development and Web site creation and support.  Students will gain valuable experience and expertise in digital production, project management, consulting, instructional design, and team-based project work.

F.  Technical Training Strategies and Methods:  Students will learn how to design, develop, implement, and evaluate a technical training session based on analysis of learner needs.  Apprentices will also gain valuable skills for working with a client and completing a team-based project, in addition to learning a new technology tool which they will teach to their peers in a hands-on environment.
G.  Visual Basic (Programming):  Students will gain a basic understanding of how to program in Visual Basic and related jargon, while sharpening presentation and communication skills.
H.  Web Authoring - Design & Development:  Students will learn how to design and author a Web site from start to finish, including identifying the purpose of the site, planning and organizing its contents, and using Dreamweaver to develop and publish a site on the Web.
I. GIS (Geographic Information Systems): Students will be introduced to fundamental GIS concepts and will gain valuable experience as they learn the software and hardware necessary to generate and support a geographic information system.