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Academic Program Model
Academic Program Model
IT-Computer Applications (AAS.ITAPS)
The concentration in Computer Applications provides students with entry-level skills necessary to work as a help-desk technician, software trainer or other computer professional. The student will be provided with a well-rounded computer curriculum featuring courses in application and graphics software, hardware, internet, web page design, networking, and programming.
Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
CIS-156
Computer Logic
CIS-156
Computer Logic
This course is an introduction to basic computer programming terms and concepts. JavaScript is used to illustrate variables, conditional statements, functions, loops, and arrays. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-160
Practical Software Applications
CIS-160
Practical Software Applications
Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-071
Introduction to Networking
CIS-071
Introduction to Networking
An overview of computer hardware, software, networks, Internet, web applications, systems, security and troubleshooting. To be used as an introduction to the Network Administration program or to supplement another computer-related degree. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
2.0
CIS-101
Internet Systems and Applications
CIS-101
Internet Systems and Applications
An introduction to networking basics through the Internet. Students will learn about Internet services, etiquette, searches, E-mail, and other internet skills.(Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
2.0
CIS-099
Introduction to Web Technology
CIS-099
Introduction to Web Technology
This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript.
Prerequisites: CIS 040 or equivalent experience
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-142
Introduction to Business
BUS-142
Introduction to Business
Covers the objectives, organization, and role of business in the free-enterprise system. The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of business and to provide a framework into which specialized fields may be studied.
Course Outline
3.0
Semester Totals
16.0
Second Semester
BUS-141
Business Communications
BUS-141
Business Communications
Provides students practical strategies for improving written and oral communication, including employment communication, in business settings.
Course Outline
OR
COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication
COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication
Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selection, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence, and points of view to audiences.
Course Outline
3.0
ENG-119
Composition I Pathway
ENG-119
Composition I Pathway
Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion.
Course Outline
OR
ENG-120
Composition I
ENG-120
Composition I
Students will study the writing process by reading essays that illustrate a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing writing tasks and texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays.
Course Outline
3.0
MAT-090
Math for Computer Applications
MAT-090
Math for Computer Applications
Covers mathematical concepts used in the computer and business field. Topics include algebra; addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of decimals and fractions; hexadecimal, binary and octal number systems. Problem solving techniques will be used to solve business-related narrative problems.
Course Outline
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OR
MAT 1---
Math Elective
MAT 1---
Math Elective
No Description Available
3.0
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CIS or ITT Elective
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CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
3.0
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CIS or ITT Elective
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CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
3.0
Semester Totals
15.0
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Hours
CIS-056
Advanced Software Applications
CIS-056
Advanced Software Applications
Covers topics in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
3.0
CIS-049
Content Management Systems
CIS-049
Content Management Systems
This course covers the creation and maintenance of a website using a content management system. Hands-on coursework includes applying plugins, building blogs, theme development, user account setup, and management. (Repeatable 3 times)
Course Outline
*
2.0
CIS-088
Adobe Photoshop
CIS-088
Adobe Photoshop
This course introduces the basics of Photoshop, an image-editing program. These basics include working with layers, selections, color adjustment, paint tools, filters, and type transforming. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
OR
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CIS or ITT Elective
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CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
3.0
CIS-092
Adobe Illustrator
CIS-092
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Illustrator software, a PostScript-based drawing program, is used to create sophisticated artwork which can be imported into other programs for further manipulation. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
OR
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CIS or ITT Elective
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CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
3.0
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CIS or ITT Elective
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CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
3.0
Semester Totals
14.0
Second Semester
BUS-079
Professional Development
BUS-079
Professional Development
Covers topics related to seeking employment and interviewing, understanding the workplace environment, and improving career success and communication.
Course Outline
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3.0
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Social Science Elective
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Social Science Elective
No Description Available
3.0
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Social Science Elective
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Social Science Elective
No Description Available
3.0
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CIS or ITT Elective
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CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
3.0
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CIS or ITT Elective
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CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
3.0
Semester Totals
15.0
Total Program Hours
60.0
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