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
	CPT 220	e-Commerce	3
Total 15
Second Semester - Spring
	CPT 207	Complex Computer Applications	3
	CPT 255	Operating System Fundamentals	3
	ENG 101	English Composition I	3
	IST 220	Data Communications	3
	MAT 110	College Algebra	3
or	MAT 120	Probability and Statistics	3
Total 15
Third Semester - Summer
	CPT 174	Microcomputer Spreadsheets	3
	CPT 179	Microcomputer Word Processing	3
	CPT 209	Computer Systems Management	3
	ELE CPT	Select one course from Computer Technology Electives	3
Total 12
Fourth Semester - Fall
	CPT 257	Operating Systems	3
	CPT 270	Advanced Microcomputer Applications	3
	ELE CPT	Select one course from Computer Technolgoy Electives	3
	ELE CPT	Select one course from Computer Technology Electives.	3
	ELE HUM	Select one course from Humanities Electives	3
Total 15
Fifth Semester - Spring
	CPT 264	Systems and Procedures	3
	ECO 210	Macroeconomics	3
	SPC 205	Public Speaking	3
	ELE CPT	Select one course from Computer Technology Electives	3
	ELE CPT	Select one course from Computer Technology Electives	3
Total 15