Certificate of Applied Science 

Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate knowledge of programming concepts, logic, design, and problem-solving techniques.
• Demonstrate basic information technology skills such as file management, web search, work processing, and spreadsheets.
• Explore career opportunities in the Tech industry and identify pathways to goal attainment.
• Work as a team member in a business information system environment to accomplish the goals of a global organization.
• Create safe, reliable, and secure systems free from undefined program behaviors and exploitable vulnerabilities.
• Provide support and maintenance for information systems.
• Understand the fundamentals of operating systems and networks.
• Comprehend and resolve common desktop, mobile, and network issues.
• Explain the importance of policies, plans and procedures related to organizational security.
• Use standard processes, tools, and skills to perform computer hardware maintenance and repair.
• Utilize standard processes, tools, and skills required to secure systems, end-devices, and networks.
• Utilize standard processes, tools, and skills required to implement and administer Cloud Computing Systems.
• Apply professional skills including communication, customer service, and teamwork.

Requirements

Plan of Study Grid

Semester 1		Credits
CSCI 100	Intro to Programming 1	3
CSCI 194	CT Seminar	2
ITS 164	Networking Fundamentals	3
M 115	Probability and Linear Math	3
WRIT 121	Intro to Technical Writing	3
	Credits	14
Semester 2
ITS 280	Computer Repair & Maintenance	3
CSCI 176	Applied Mchn Lrng/Arti Intel	3
ITS 279	Cloud Systems	3
ITS 224	Introduction To Linux	3
ITS 289	Professional Certification	1
COMX 115	Intro to Interpersonal Communc	3
	Credits	16
	Total Credits	30

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Milestone Course: Students must earn a C- or better in order to successfully complete a course.

Note: The suggested sequence in this catalog is for students entering in the fall semester. Please see your advisor for a suggested spring entry sequence.