CIS / Computer Support Specialist, Certificate
- Academic Year: 2020-2021
- Division / Department: Business Programs / Computer Information Systems & Multimedia
- Degree Code: CIS.COMPSUPSPEC.CERT
"This program is pending approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board."
Prepares Students with a foundation in computer skills.
Marketable Skills
1. Understand and apply computing terminology and concepts used in the workplace- Critical Thinking/Communication.
2. Apply fundamentals of computer programming in structured design concepts- Critical Thinking/Communication.
3. Configure, use, and troubleshoot computer operating systems and/or application software Critical Thinking.
4. Use the Internet to locate, transfer, research and publish information at a level appropriate for the academic and work environment. Critical Thinking/Communication.
5. Install and evaluate desktop and network security protocols and principles- Critical Thinking.
Semester I
POFT 1393 Special Topics: Introduction to Keyboarding
Course Description× POFT 1393 Special Topics: Introduction to Keyboarding Lab Fee: $15.00 Addresses topics recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Develops skill in keyboarding techniques with emphasis on alphabet, number, and symbol keys by touch and the development of acceptable speed and accuracy. Skills can be applied to computers and other equipment with keyboards. Emphasizes proper keyboarding technique. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware
Course Description× ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware Lab Fee: $15.00 Studies current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration, and troubleshooting. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
6 hours |
Semester II
ITSW 1301 Introduction to Word Processing
Course Description× ITSW 1301 Introduction to Word Processing Lab Fee: $15.00 Presents an overview of the production of documents, tables, and graphics. Students will identify word processing terminology and concepts, create technical documents, format and edit documents, use simple tools and utilities, and print documents. Presents pagination, merging and storage of documents. Prerequisite: POFT 1393 with a grade of C or better or a keyboarding skill of 30 words a minute using touch method. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITNW 1337 Introduction to the Internet
Course Description× ITNW 1337 Introduction to the Internet Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces the Internet with emphasis on using the World Wide Web to locate, transfer, and publish information. Surveys emerging technologies on the Internet. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITSW 1307 Introduction to Database
Course Description× ITSW 1307 Introduction to Database Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces relational and non-relational database theory and the practical applications of a contemporary databases. Topics may adapt to changes in industry practices. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITSW 1304 Introduction to Spreadsheets
Course Description× ITSW 1304 Introduction to Spreadsheets Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces the concepts, procedures and importance of electronic spreadsheets. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
12 hours |
Total hours: | 18 hours |