Computer Technology (CMPT)
(CIP Code 110301)
70 Semester HoursThe Computer Technology Associate Degree in Applied Science program provides students with the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to use state-of-the-art computer systems to solve business and information systems related problems. The program focuses on problem-solving and decision-making using microcomputers and associated technology. The curriculum includes three distinct concentrations consisting of advanced courses in the areas of programming, web development, and networking. These advanced courses allow students to choose a specific career path in the information systems field.
The utilization of popular microcomputer word processing, database, spreadsheet, and specialized software packages is required for successful completion of the microcomputer courses. Programming courses in Visual BASIC, COBOL, Java, C#, XNA, PHP, ASP.net, JavaScript, and Silverlight are also included in the curriculum. To complement the language development courses, students must successfully complete studies in operating systems, Internet communications, database design and management, and computer systems management. Upper-level courses in the curriculum include both the theory and hands-on application of data communications technology, local area networks (LANs), programming, web development, and systems analysis and design procedures. Authorized certification course materials (MOS, Network+, A+, MTA, OCA, MCTS, MCITP, and CCNA) are used in a variety of the courses. Students are encouraged to obtain appropriate professional certifications.
Career opportunities include computer operator, hardware/software technician, application programmer, programmer/analyst, network manager, network administrator, applications specialist, web specialist, end-user support technician, information security analyst or help-desk specialist.
Developmental Courses
This program of study requires that all developmental courses must be completed prior to graduation. These developmental courses may or may not be prerequisites to courses required in the program. Developmental courses are determined by placement tests taken at the time of admission into the college. The developmental courses are MAT 013 and RWR 032. These courses do not count for credit in any program of study.
General Education Core Requirements - 15 Credit Hours
ENG 101 English Composition I
MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra
OR
MAT 110 College Algebra
SPC 205 Public Speaking
------ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
------ Social/Behavioral Science Elective
courses required to complete this program
Following is a list of courses required to complete this program. Since some courses are offered once a year, courses should be taken in the following sequence in order to complete the program in a timely manner:
FALL SEMESTER - FIRST YEARCreditLabClass
COL 105 Freshman Seminar 303
CPT 101 Introduction to Computers 303
CPT 114 Computers and Programming 303
CPT 209 Computer Systems Management 303
MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra 303
OR
MAT 110 College Algebra
15015Total
SPRING SEMESTER - FIRST YEARCreditLabClass
CPT 172 Microcomputer Database 303
CPT 174 Microcomputer Spreadsheets 303
CPT 176 Microcomputer Operating Systems 303
CPT 236 Introduction to Java Programming 303
ENG 101 English Composition I 303
IST 103 Security Awareness 101
16016Total
SUMMER SEMESTER - FIRST YEARCreditLabClass
CPT 237 Advanced Java Programming 303
CPT 242 Database 303
IST 220 Data Communications 303
IST 222 Introduction to Webpage Production 303
12012Total
FALL SEMESTER - SECOND YEARCreditLabClass
IST 245 Local Area Networks 303
SPC 205 Public Speaking 303
------ Departmental Approved Elective303
------ Departmental Approved Elective303
------ Social/Behavioral Science Elective303
15015Total
SPRING SEMESTER - SECOND YEARCreditLabClass
CPT 264 Systems and Procedures 303
------ Departmental Approved Elective303
------ Departmental Approved Elective303
------ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective303
12012Total
70070Program Total
This program is aligned with the following career cluster: Information Technology
Departmental Approved Electives
Software Development:
CPT 187 Object-Oriented Logic & Design
CPT 188 Mobile App Development
CPT 238 Internet Scripting
IST 226 Internet Programming
Networking:
IST 201 Cisco Internetworking Concepts
IST 202 Cisco Router Configuration
IST 203 Advanced Cisco Router Configuration
IST 204 Cisco Troubleshooting
IST 253 LAN Service and Support
Special Topic Courses:
CPT 208 Special Topics in Computer Technology
CPT 280 SCWE in Computer Technology
IST 290 Special Topics in Information Science
Cybersecurity:
IST 110 Introduction to Cyberspace and Cybersecurity
IST 193 LINUX Security Administration
IST 267 Network Vulnerability Assessment
IST 269 Digital Forensics
Humanities/Fine Arts Electives listed under the General Education Courses in your current catalog.
Program Contact
- Email: croteaukh@cctech.edu
- Office: M133E
- Phone: (803) 778-7887
- Extension: 487