2019-2020 College Catalog

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Computer Applications, Certificate

Award Granted Upon Completion: Certificate in Computer Applications
Credits/Contacts Required: 32/32
Major code: 04/426
CIP Code: 520401

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Description

In today’s competitive market, having proficiency in the latest productivity software tools can set you apart and demonstrate your desire to keep your technological skill-set up to date. This program is designed to assist students in developing professional-level competency with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and personal information management software. Students may further enhance their employability options by completing an associate degree or seeking professional certifications. This curriculum is certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF).

General Education Requirements

None

Requirements (Min 32 Credits)

CIS 115 - Using Microsoft Windows Credit(s): 3
CIS 123 - Microsoft PowerPoint Credit(s): 1
CIS 125 - Business Technology Tools Credit(s): 2
CIS 130 - Spreadsheet Applications Credit(s): 3
CIS 140 - Database Applications Credit(s): 3
CIS 240 - Advanced Database Applications Credit(s): 3
OIS 150 - Word Processing Applications Credit(s): 4
OIS 250 - Advanced Word Processing Applications Credit(s): 3
XXXX xxx - Approved Electives Credit(s): 10 **

** Approved Electives (Min 10 Credits)

BUSN 177 - Mathematics of Business Credit(s): 3
BUSN 195 - Business Communications Credit(s): 3
CIS 101 - Computer Concepts & Applications Credit(s): 4
CIS 103 - Visual Basic Credit(s): 4
CIS 135 - Introduction to Cybersecurity Credit(s): 2
CIS 203 - Visual Basic for Applications Credit(s): 3
CIS 210 - Web Page Design & Structure Credit(s): 3
CIS 215 - Web Publishing Credit(s): 3
CIS 220 - Java Programming Credit(s): 4
CIS 235 - Mobile App Development Credit(s): 3
CNSS 101 - Emerging Technologies Credit(s): 3
CNSS 130 - Introduction to Networks Credit(s): 4
CNSS 150 - A plus Computer Maintenance Credit(s): 4
CSCI 110 - Introduction to Programming Credit(s): 3
CSCI 121 - C++ Programming I Credit(s): 3

Suggested Sequences Per Semester

First Semester

CIS 115 - Using Microsoft Windows Credit(s): 3
CIS 123 - Microsoft PowerPoint Credit(s): 1
CIS 140 - Database Applications Credit(s): 3
OIS 150 - Word Processing Applications Credit(s): 4
XXXX xxx - Approved Electives Credit(s): 5 | Contacts: 5 **

First Semester Total - Credit(s): 16 | Contacts: 16

Second Semester

CIS 125 - Business Technology Tools Credit(s): 2
CIS 130 - Spreadsheet Applications Credit(s): 3
CIS 240 - Advanced Database Applications Credit(s): 3
OIS 250 - Advanced Word Processing Applications Credit(s): 3
XXXX xxx - Approved Electives Credit(s): 5 | Contacts: 5 **

Second Semester Total - Credit(s): 16 | Contacts: 16