Information Technology
Computer Applications Specialist Certificate
In this program, the student will learn business applications including word processing, spreadsheets, database, desktop publishing and presentation software. This Certificate will allow the student to transfer all the credits to the Computer and Information Technologies Certificate and to the Associate of Applied Science degree for Computer Specialist.
Multimedia Specialist Certificate
In this program, the student will learn business applications including word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software. In addition, the student will also learn about using digital publishing software as well as on the creation of Internet web page programming and graphical design. This Certificate will allow the student to transfer all the credits to the Associate of Applied Science degree for Multimedia Specialist.
Information Security Specialist Certificate
This program will prepare students for a career in information systems security. It will prepare students to get certified by Cisco, System Administration, Networking and Security. This Certificate will allow the student to transfer all the credits to the Associate of Applied Science degree for Information Security Specialist.
Computer and Information Technologies Specialist Certificate
In this program the student will learn business applications including spreadsheets, word processing and database. The student will also receive technical training in networking technologies and operating systems. This Certificate will allow the student to transfer the credits to the Associate of Applied Science degree for Networking Specialist or Computer Specialist.
Specialization: Computer Specialist Associate of Applied Science
In this program, the student will learn business applications and demonstrate fluency in database, spreadsheets, word processing, and desktop publishing. Students will learn technical skills such as operating systems data structure, networking, telecommunications, and microcomputer concepts. Students will also learn management skills such as system management, database design techniques, logic, speech, and technical writing. Graduates will be equipped for entry into the workforce in small business, school districts, local companies, and hospital departments.
Specialization: Information Security Specialist Associate of Applied Science
This specialization will prepare students for a career in information systems security. It will prepare students to be certified by Cisco, System Administration, Networking and Security) Institute (SANS), or Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) as an information security technician or manager.
Specialization: Multimedia Specialist Associate of Applied Science
Graduates of this emerging occupation will have the technical knowledge, skills, and preparation to combine the use of audio, video, graphics, and text to provide and disseminate information to others in an aesthetic manner. Often, their final output is distributed on CD ROM’s as catalogs, training sessions, books on disk, and tutorials. By combining graphics, audio files, animation, and video components, the product of multimedia specialists can often make stronger impacts than printed guides or tutorials.
Specialization: Networking Specialist Associate of Applied Science
In this program, the student will learn the same basic information as the Computer Specialist, but will receive additional courses in networking. Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to design and quote a network, set up and maintain, and manage and upgrade the network. Employment opportunities will be available with businesses that use or anticipate setting up a network.
Specialization: Webmaster Specialist Associate of Applied Science
Graduates of this program will have the technical knowledge, skills, and preparation for employment in the growing field of computer graphic design, animation and multimedia to prepare web pages for individual clients or as part of an electronic commerce division of a company. Program emphasis is on programming scripts and graphics using Internet-specific code such as hypertext markup language, Perl, or Java, and Web page maintenance. Future career positions include Computer Programmer, Graphic Designer, Web Page Designer
Specialization: Computer Maintenance Technology Certificate and Associate of Applied Science
Students who graduate from this specialization will learn the skills necessary to compete in the computer maintenance industry. They will learn skills such as computer repair, maintenance, peripheral installation and troubleshooting, as well as provide hardware and software support for users within their organization.
Specialization: Computer Support Specialist Certificate and Associate of Applied Science
In this specialization, students will learn computer support skills which include repair, maintenance, and support for computer systems and networks. Students will take courses to learn how to properly install and troubleshoot computer systems, software, peripherals, and networks as well as provide technical support for users within their organization.
Specialization: Convergent Technology Specialist Certificate and Associate of Applied Science
Convergence is the combination of telecom, data processing and imaging technologies and placing all of these into one operating platform. It includes traditional telecommunication systems such as telephony and broadband and adds networking services to be placed on these technologies. Students will take courses in convergent technology and learn the latest telecommunication trends which voice, data and images are combined to deliver many services to end users.
Specialization: Electronics Technology Specialist Certificate
This specialization covers basic and advanced electronics to prepare students with the hands-on training they need to work in the electronics industry. Graduates may find employment in occupations requiring electronics troubleshooting such as bench technicians in service centers, performing repairs for office equipment and other electronic related companies.