The Microcomputer Applications certificate program prepares students for intelligent and efficient use of personal computer systems and commercial software for business applications in an office environment.
The program is primarily designed for upgrading the skills of persons employed in clerical, technical or managerial positions. It also provides skills which are helpful in securing entry-level employment in these fields.
Admission to the program requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.
NOTE: Because of the focus on PC applications in this program, students must possess keyboarding skills. See OST 111.
NOTE: Computer application courses are mapped to Microsoft certification exams.
SEE ALSO:
Administrative Support certificate program
Code | Course (lecture/lab hours) | Credits |
---|---|---|
ENG 101 | English Composition I (3/0) | 3 |
IST 101 | Computer Concepts with Applications (2/2)
|
3 |
OST 219 | Word Processing Concepts and Applications (2/2) | 3 |
NET 102 | Introduction to PC Hardware and Software (2/2)
|
3 |
MAT — | Mathematics elective
|
3-4 |
CIS 173 | PC Applications: Database (2/2) | 3 |
CIS 175 | PC Applications: Spreadsheets (2/2) | 3 |
CIS 182 | PC Applications: Presentations (2/2) | 3 |
NET 104 | Fundamentals of Computer Networks (2/2) | 3 |
NET 120 | Windows Desktop Operating System Administration (2/2) | 3 |
— — | Technical elective
|
3 |
33-34 |