Information Systems & Applications, Certificate of Completion
- Academic Year: 2020-2021
- Division / Department: Business Programs / Computer Information Systems & Multimedia
- Degree Code: CIS.ISA.CERT
This program provides the knowledge and training needed for employment in business as an information systems specialist.
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
BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications
Course Description× BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces and develops foundational skills in applying essential and emerging business productivity information technology tools. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, data analytics, and business-oriented utilization of the internet. Required for students taking the Business Field of Study. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I
Course Description× COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming and provides a comprehensive introduction to programming for computer science and technology majors. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing and debugging. This course assumes computer literacy. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
IMED 1316 Web Design I
Course Description× IMED 1316 Web Design I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces instruction in web design and related graphic design including mark-up languages, and browser issues. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks
Course Description× ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks Lab Fee: $15.00 Covers networking architecture, structure, and functions; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/3 lab) MCC is a local CISCO Academy. This is one of three courses leading up to the CISCO Certified Network Administrator Certification. ITNW 1354 Implementing and Support Servers Course Description× ITNW 1354 Implementing and Support Servers Lab Fee: $15.00 Develops skills necessary to implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. Prerequisite: ITSC 1305. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course is designed to prepare students for the exams to receive the Comptia Server+ Certification. |
3 hours |
ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems
Course Description× ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces personal computer operating systems, including installation, configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices and use of utilities. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
15 hours |
Semester II
ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I
Course Description× ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces digital imaging using raster image editing and/or image creation software: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
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) This course prepares students for the DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Comptia A+ Hardware Certification. |
3 hours |
ITSE 1311 Beginning Web Programming
Course Description× ITSE 1311 Beginning Web Programming Lab Fee: $15.00 Skill development in Web page programming, including mark-up and scripting languages. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) ITSE 1302 Computer Programming Course Description× ITSE 1302 Computer Programming Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces computer programming, including design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) COSC 1337 Programming Fundamentals II Course Description× COSC 1337 Programming Fundamentals II Lab Fee: $15.00 This course focuses on the object-oriented programming paradigm, emphasizing the definition and use of classes along with fundamentals of object-oriented design. The course includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering processes. Students will apply techniques for testing and debugging software. Prerequisite: COSC 1336. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
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 |
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 |
15 hours |
Total hours: | 30 hours |