This accredited certificate program is designed to provide hands-on practical training in the use and application of information technologies. Personal computers, local and wide area networks, software programs, e-mail and multimedia are tools used to manage information and communication. This program will assist managers, who are confronted with the challenge of processing information quickly and effectively, in staying competitive. Participants learn how to analyze business needs and apply technologies to increase productivity and efficiency. Additionally, the Information Technology (IT) Certificate Program program offers accredited business certificates that will prepare college graduates for career opportunities in the specialized fields of database management systems, networking and security, and Web development. The advanced certificate in IT can be earned for careers in systems analysis and design and information resource management. Learn how to analyze business processes and design a system of computer-based tools to increase productivity, and provide access to information and knowledge for decision making.
Credit Certificate Program Requirements
The Information Technology certificate program requires successful completion of 19 credits in six (6) required courses and one (1) elective.
Required Courses:
IT 14 - Computer Concepts and Software Tools in Business
IT 30 - Power Tools for End-User Support
Elective Courses: INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
This extension enables you to choose a specialization for further study: Networking and Security, Database Management, or Web Development.
Two or three required courses (6 or 9 credits), in addition to the associate-level requirements noted above.
NETWORKING AND SECURITY
IT 122 - Networking Technologies Utilizing Microsoft Software
IT 123 - Networking Technologies Utilizing Novell Software
DATABASE MANAGEMENT
IT 117 - Database Management Systems
IT 118 - Intermediate Database Management Systems
WEB DEVELOPMENT
IT 35 - Multimedia Concepts Software and Application
IT 76 - Introduction to E-commerce
IT 95 - Introduction to Java
ADVANCED LEVEL
Six required courses (19 credits); associate and intermediate certificate requirements may be applied.
IT 14 - Computer Concepts and Software Tools in Business
IT 30 - Power Tools for End-User Support
IT 116 - Structured Systems Analysis and Design
IT 117 - Database Management Systems
IT 120 - Connectivity in the Business Environment
Elective Course:
IT elective with adviser approval.
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