Computer Technology with Healthcare Information Management and Systems Electives
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Program Start Date: Fall or spring terms
Minimum Program Length: 6 terms day or evening
Curriculum for Day Student
Curriculum for Evening Student
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
Unique Aspects
Graduates of this program will be able to continue working towards a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Information Management and Systems with Healthcare Informatics concentration at USC Upstate. At least 50 hours will be applied towards that degree upon acceptance at USC Upstate into the Informatics department. Students who plan to continue their education at the university level, should consult their advisor for approved courses.
EEDA Career Cluster
Information Technology; Business, Management & Administration
Course Requirements for Computer Technology with Information Management and Systems Electives
A. General Education Courses (followed by number of credit hours)
Social/Behavioral Sciences (3)
Humanities/Fine Arts (3)
Other General Education Classes (12)
B. Major Courses (followed by number of credit hours)
HIM 110 Health Information Science I* (3)
CPT 114 Computers and Programming* (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 206 Advanced Event-Driven Programming* (3)
CPT 242 Data Base* (3)
CPT 244 Data Structures* (3)
CPT 264 Systems and Procedures* (3)
CPT 202 SQL Programming* (3)
CPT 285 PC Hardware Concepts* (3)
IST 220 Data Communications* (3)
IST 222 Introduction to Web Page Production* (3)
*Grade of "C" or better is required.
C. Electives and/or Other Additional Courses Required for Graduation
• The students must complete one elective course which totals 3.0 credit hours.
Other approved courses: 9 credit hours (see academic advisor)
Minimum semester credit hours required for graduation: 72