Computer and Information Sciences, Certificate Level I

Gainful Employment

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Gainful Employment Information for Computer and Information Sciences, Certificate Level I

First Semester

EDUC 1100 - Learning Framework 1 semester hour
BCIS 1405 - Business Computer Applications 4 semester hours
BUSI 2304 - Business Report Writing and Correspondence 3 semester hours
POFI 2301 - Word Processing 3 semester hours
ITSC 1305 - Introduction to PC Operating Systems 3 semester hours
IMED 1316 - Web Design I 3 semester hours

Total: 17 Hours

Second Semester

ITSW 2334 - Advanced Spreadsheets 3 semester hours
CPMT 1311 - Introduction to Computer Maintenance 3 semester hours
ITSC 1191 - Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences, General 1 semester hour
ITSC 2286 - Internship - Computer and Informaiton Sciences 2 semester hours
ITSC 2339 - Personal Computer Help Desk Support 3 semester hours
COSC Electives - Approved by advisor 6 semester hours ²

Total: 18 Hours

Total Hours in Level I Certificate: 35

¹ Elective must be a 3-credit hour CIS or Speech. The suggested courses are ITNW 1325 , IMED 2309 , COSC 1315 , COSC 1336 , ITSE 1302 , ITSE 2309 , and SPCH 1315 . Students are encouraged to consult the CIS/Business Coordinator since some students’ goals vary.
² Capstone course. ITSC 2286 is offered during summer, fall or spring semesters depending on current student’s schedule.