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 commercial settings. 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 114	Computers and Programming	3
	CPT 124	AS/400 Operations	3
	CPT 172	Microcomputer Database	3
	ENG 101	English Composition I	3
Total 15
Second Semester - Spring
	CPT 207	Complex Computer Applications	3
	CPT 255	Operating System Fundamentals	3
	CPT 257	Operating Systems	3
	IST 220	Data Communications	3
	IST 227	Internet Operations and Management	3
Total 15
Third Semester - Summer
	CPT 179	Microcomputer Word Processing	3
	IST 252	LAN System Manager	3
	MAT 110	College Algebra	3
	SPC 205	Public Speaking	3
Total 12
Fourth Semester - Fall
	CPT 174	Microcomputer Spreadsheets	3
	CPT 247	UNIX Operating System	3
	CPT 264	Systems and Procedures	3
	ENG 260	Advanced Technical Communications	3
	IST 241	Network Architecture I	3
Total 15
Fifth Semester - Spring
	ECO 210	Macroeconomics	3
	CPT 209	Computer Systems Management	3
	CPT 248	UNIX Administration	3
	IST 242	Network Architecture II	3
*	ELE HUM	Select one course from Humanities   Electives	3
Total 15

* See Humanities Electives.