Information Systems & Applications, Certificate of Completion
- Academic Year: 2018-2019
- Division / Department: Business Programs / Computer Information Systems & Multimedia
- Degree Code: CIS.ISA.CERT
This program provides the knowledge and training needed for employment in business as an information systems specialist.
Semester I
| ITNW 1354 Implementing and Support Servers
Course Description× ITNW 1354 Implementing and Support Servers Lab Fee: $15.00 Develops skills necessary to implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems in a networked computing environment using Microsoft Windows-based servers. Students will learn to configure peripherals and devices; set up servers for various client computers; configure directory replication; and manage licensing, user groups accounts, user profiles, system policies, and profiles. Students will also learn to administer remote servers and disk resources, create and share resources, implement permissions and security, implement fault-tolerance data storage measures and configure servers for interoperability with various network operating systems servers. Course will teach how to install and configure Remote Access Service (RAS), identify and monitor performance bottlenecks, and resolve configuration problems. Offered only in fall semester. Prerequisite: ITSC 1305. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course is designed to prepare students for the exams to receive the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification. ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks Course Description× ITCC 1314 CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks Lab Fee: $15.00 Covers networking architecture, structure, and functions; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/3 lab) McLennan is a Cisco Local Academy. This is one of four courses leading up to the Cisco Certified Network Administrator Certification. |
3 hours |
| COSC 1301 Introduction to Computing
Course Description× COSC 1301 Introduction to Computing Provides an overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, systems, and human resources and explores their integration and application in business and other segments of society. The fundamentals of computer problem solving through applications will be applied. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
| COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I
Course Description× COSC 1336 Programming Fundamentals I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing and debugging. This course assumes computer literacy. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems
Course Description× ITSC 1305 Introduction to PC Operating Systems Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduction to personal computer operating systems, including installation, configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices and use of utilities. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
| IMED 1316 Web Design I
Course Description× IMED 1316 Web Design I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces Internet Web page design and related graphic design issues, including mark-up languages, websites, Internet access software, and interactive topics. Students should be proficient with Windows functions, mousing and keyboarding skills. Offered only in fall semester. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course may be eligible for articulation through the statewide ATC program. Please check with your high school counselor for more details. |
3 hours |
| 15 hours |
Semester II
| ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I
Course Description× ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces raster image editing and/or image creation software: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course may be eligible for articulation through the statewide ATC program. Please check with your high school counselor for more details. |
3 hours |
| ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware
Course Description× ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware Lab Fee: $15.00 Studies current personal computer hardware including personal computer assembly and upgrading, setup and configuration, and troubleshooting. The student will assemble/set up and upgrade personal computer systems, diagnose and isolate faulty components, optimize system performance, and install/connect peripherals. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) This course may be eligible for articulation through the statewide ATC program. Please check with your high school counselor for more details. |
3 hours |
| ITSE 1331 Introduction to Visual BASIC Programming
Course Description× ITSE 1331 Introduction to Visual BASIC Programming Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces computer programming using Visual BASIC. Emphasizes the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation and documentation. Includes language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and files. Uses structured programming techniques, develops correct executable programs, creates appropriate documentation, and creates applicable graphical user interfaces. Prerequisite: COSC 1336. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) ITSE 1311 Beginning Web Programming Course Description× ITSE 1311 Beginning Web Programming Lab Fee: $15.00 Skill development in Web page programming, including mark-up and scripting languages. Teaches Internet Web page programming and related graphic design issues, including mark-up languages, websites, Internet access software, and interactive topics. May include use of HTML, CGI, Java, Javascript or ASP. Prerequisite: COSC 1336. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) COSC 1337 Programming Fundamentals II Course Description× COSC 1337 Programming Fundamentals II Lab Fee: $15.00 Reviews control structures and data types with emphasis on structured data types. Applies the object-oriented programming paradigm, focusing on the definition and use of classes along with the fundamentals of object-oriented design. Includes basic analysis for algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering. Prerequisite: COSC 1336. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec) |
3 hours |
| ITSW 1304 Introduction to Spreadsheets
Course Description× ITSW 1304 Introduction to Spreadsheets Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces the concepts, procedures and importance of electronic spreadsheets. Students will identify spreadsheet terminology and concepts, create formulas and functions, use formatting features, and generate charts, graphs and reports. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
| ITSW 1307 Introduction to Database
Course Description× ITSW 1307 Introduction to Database Lab Fee: $15.00 Introduces database theory and the practical applications of a database. Students will identify database terminology and concepts, plan, define and design a database, design and generate tables, forms and reports, and devise and process queries. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab) |
3 hours |
| 15 hours |
| Total hours: | 30 hours |