Certificate in Information Technology

Information Technology (Cert)

Certificate

The Certificate in Information Technology provides students with the knowledge and skills to begin a career in information technology or to advance in their current career. Students will learn fundamental skills in cybersecurity, Excel, website design, computer hardware, operating systems, programming, and database management.  While the Certificate in Information Technology may be completed as a stand-alone program, courses in this certificate may also be used to complete the Associate of Applied Science in Information Science and Technology.

Course Credit Hours
CGP 145 Introduction to Computer Programming 3
CIS 201 Computer Applications in Business 3
CIS 205 Website Design and Development 3
CIS 235 Computer Hardware and Operating Systems 3
CIS 260 Introduction to Java Programming 3
CIS 295 Database Management Systems Concepts 3
Elective (Approved by IST Department) 6
Total Hours Required 24

Courses included in the Information Technology Certificate may be applied toward the Associate of Applied
Science (AAS) in Information Science & Technology.