Computer Technology

Associate in Computer Technology
Information Systems Specialist Career Path
Credit Requirements: 72 Semester Credit Hours

This program prepares students for careers in a variety of information technology areas. It gives students a foundation in computer hardware, computer applications, computer programming, the Internet and computer networking. Information systems administrators are involved in many different aspects of computer technology and can expect to employ their skills in a variety of ways to assist all computer users in a commercial setting. This program also allows students to become independent contractors, working with individuals and small businesses to overcome computer-related problems.

Recommended Sequence of Courses


First Semester - Fall

 

CPT 102

Basic Computer Concepts

3

 

CPT 124

AS/400 Operations

3

 

CPT 172

Microcomputer Database

3

 

ENG 101

English Composition I

3

 

MAT 110

College Algebra

3

Total 15


Second Semester - Spring

 

CPT 174

Microcomputer Spreadsheets

3

 

CPT 207

Complex Computer Applications

3

 

CPT 255

Operating System Fundamentals

3

 

CPT 257

Operating Systems

3

 

IST 220

Data Communications

3

Total 15


Third Semester - Summer

 

CPT 179

Microcomputer Word Processing

3

 

CPT 234

C Programming I

3

 

ECO 210

Macroeconomics

3

 

SPC 205

Public Speaking

3

Total 12


Fourth Semester - Fall

 

CPT 247

UNIX Operating System

3

 

CPT 264

Systems and Procedures

3

 

ENG 260

Advanced Technical Communications

3

 

IST 227

Internet Operations and Management

3

 

IST 252

LAN System Manager

3

Total 15


Fifth Semester - Spring

 

CPT 209

Computer Systems Management

3

 

CPT 248

UNIX Administration

3

 

IST 241

Network Architecture I

3

 

IST 242

Network Architecture II

3

 

ELE HUM

Select one course from the Humanities Electives

3

Total 15

For Humanities Electives, see page B-3.