Computer Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Emphasis on Software Development and Database Administration
Program Start Date: Fall or spring terms
Minimum Program Length: 6 terms day or evening
Note: Students required to take Transitional Studies courses or who elect to attend part-time will take longer to complete the designated program.
Program Description
Computer technology students develop skills in computer programming, PC operating systems, systems analysis and design, PC hardware concepts, computer software applications, database applications and networking.
Practical Experience
Students gain practical experiences in procedural and event-driven programming languages. They work with different types of operating systems, programming languages, networking architectures, personal computers and database applications. Students develop logical thinking, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional Opportunities
Entry-level programmer, PC application specialist, programmer analyst, entry level data base administrator
EEDA Career Cluster
Information Technology; Business, Management & Administration
Course Requirements for Computer Technology
A. General Education Courses (followed by number of credit hours)
Social/Behavioral Sciences (3)
Humanities/Fine Arts (3)
ENG 101 English Composition I* (3)
MAT 102 Intermediate Algebra* (3)
MAT 120 Probability and Statistics (3)
SPC 205 Public Speaking (3)
OR
SPC 209 Interpersonal Communication
B. Major Courses (followed by number of credit hours)
CPT 114 Computers and Programming* (3)
CPT 118 Professional Practices in Information Technology (3)
CPT 168 Programming Logic and Design* (3)
CPT 170 Microcomputer Applications* (3)
CPT 176 Microcomputer Operating System* (3)
CPT 185 Event-Driven Programming* (3)
CPT 202 SQL Programming* (3)
CPT 206 Advanced Event-Driven Programming* (3)
CPT 236 Introduction to Java and Programming* (3)
CPT 242 Data Base* (3)
CPT 244 Data Structures* (3)
CPT 264 Systems and Procedures* (3)
CPT 285 PC Hardware Concepts* (3)
IST 220 Data Communications* (3)
IST 222 Intro to Web Page Production* (3)
IST 261 Advanced Network Administration* (3)
IST 293 IT and Data Assurance I* (3)
*Grade of “C” or better is required.
C. Electives and/or Other Additional Courses Required for Graduation
• The student must complete one elective course which totals 3.0 credit hours.
Minimum semester credit hours required for graduation: 72