2013-2014 Catalog

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2013-2014 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Support Specialist Option, Information Systems Technology, A.A.S.

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Information Systems Technology

The Information Systems Technology program is designed to give students the opportunity to choose the area of Information Technology most appealing to them. Students earn the A.A.S. degree in Information Systems Technology specializing in a concentration. This curriculum is for students interested in these concentrations: Computer Forensics, Computer Support, Developer, Networking Technology, and Simulation and Digital Entertainment. Students who select one of these concentrations and wish to transfer to a four-year institution or who are interested in computer science should consult an academic advisor. Completion of the Information Systems Technology degree must be within four years of catalog date due to constantly changing technology. Students who do not complete their degree requirements within four years will fall under the latest catalog. Courses with (CW 150) in the title are HCC courses aligned with Cyberwatch curriculum.

General Education Requirements (21-23 Credits)

Arts/Humanities

Select from approved General Education course list (3 Credits)

Behavioral/Social Sciences

Select from approved General Education course list (3 Credits)

Biological/Physical Science

Select from approved General Education course list (3-4 Credits)

Diversity

Select a course from the approved General Education course list in the Diversity category (3 Credits)

English

ENG 101 - English Composition (3 Credits)
ENG 102 - Composition and Literature (3 Credits)
OR
ENG 112 - Technical Writing I (3 Credits)

Mathematics

MAT 101 - College Algebra (3 Credits)
OR
Another MAT course from approved list (3-4 Credits)

Computer Support Specialist

The Computer Support Specialist concentration provides students with the skills necessary for a career in the computer support field. Courses will concentrate on current packages for word processing, spreadsheets, database management, Internet access, presentation, and web publishing. Two different operating systems will also be covered. Classes are conducted in hands-on labs. Upon completion of the program, the student will be prepared for MCSA, A+, and Net+ certification exams.

Program Requirements (35 Credits)

BUS 145 - Customer Service (1 Credit)
IST 102 - Introduction to Information Technology (3 Credits)
IST 103 - Presentation Software (1 Credit)
IST 105 - Fundamentals of Word Processing (3 Credits)
IST 106 - Spreadsheet Software (3 Credits)
OR
IST 107 - Database Management (3 Credits)
IST 108 - Microsoft Operating System (3 Credits) (CW 130)
IST 109 - UNIX/Linux Operating System (3 Credits) (CW 140)
IST 150 - PC Tech: Repair and Troubleshooting (3 Credits)
IST 151 - PC Tech: Operating Systems (3 Credits)
IST 154 - Networking Basics (3 Credits)
IST 203 - Troubleshooting Software Applications (3 Credits)
IST 204 - Help Desk Technology and Services (3 Credits)
WEB 101 - Web Design I (3 Credits)

Restricted Electives (3-4 Credits)

Approved courses are listed below. Electives should be selected in consultation with the Technology and Computer Studies Division to satisfy career goals and/or transfer college requirements.

IST 106 - Spreadsheet Software (3 Credits)
IST 107 - Database Management (3 Credits)
IST 160 - Introduction to Security Fundamentals (3 Credits) (CW 160)
IST 166 - Computer Forensics I - Principles And Practices (3 Credits)
IST 253 - TCP/IP (3 Credits)
IST 261 - Server Management I (3 Credits) (CW 230)
IST 262 - Windows Network Infrastructure (3 Credits)
IST 264 - Server Management II (3 Credits)
IST 269 - Internship I (3 Credits)

Degree Requirement (60 Credits)