2005-07 Catalog - Tacoma Community College

2005-2007 CatalogProfessional/Technical 61INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMProgram Chair: Erika Bowles ............................... 253.566.5253The Information Technology programs prepare students in two primary areas – (1) Network Administration and Support and (2) ApplicationDevelopment. A series of non-technical and technical core courses provide fundamental computer and system concepts along with relatedbusiness, office, and communication skills. Advanced coursework may prepare students for entry-level positions in each area of specialization.The Network Administration and Support option of the Information Technology (IT) program focuses on developing the technical andnon-technical skills needed to be successful in a business environment such as a hardware technician for client, server, and internetworkinghardware on both traditional and wireless networks, or an entry-level network administrator. Students are trained to design, install, andmanage personal computers and network hardware and software, and troubleshoot system and configuration problems. In addition totechnical skills, the student learns to communicate with others, work in a team environment, and train others to use the resources of anetwork. Certificate or degree options include objectives of these industry certifications: A+, Network +, Cisco Certified NetworkAdministrator (CCNA), Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP), and Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA). Studentsare highly encouraged to sit for specific industry examinations upon certificate or degree completion.The Application Developer option of the Information Technology (IT) program focuses on business programming skills for bothdesktop and web applications. Students will learn to program in a client-server environment, and depending on their desired focus, willchoose additional coursework in database applications, web graphics, or additional programming languages to complete their degree. Inaddition to technical skills, students learn to communicate with others and work in a team environment. Depending on additional coursefocus, students may be prepared for entry-level positions in the areas of programmer/analyst, applications developer, database administrator,web programmer, web administrator, and webmaster.The Associate in Applied Sciences degree is awarded to students who successfully complete either two-year program. The program’sstructure is progressive, enabling the student to earn beginning through advanced certificates, which are components of either Associate inApplied Sciences degree.The Application Developer, UWT CSS Transfer option allows students to complete a professional-technical degree program that willtransfer to the University of Washington – Tacoma (UWT) Computing and Software Systems program.ApplicationAll IT programs require a separate application process. Applicationinquiries should be addressed to the Business Division Secretary bycalling 253.566.5072.PrerequisitesTo enter the program students must first meet the followingrequirements: Assessment at MATH 90 or completion of MATH 88with a ‘C’ or higher. Assessment at college level English or completion ofENGL 91 with a ‘C’ or higher. Assessment at college level Reading or completion ofREAD 93 with a ‘C’ or higher.Academic Performance RequirementAll coursework in the program must be completed with a grade of‘C’ or higher to qualify for any certificates or degrees inInformation Technology.Help Desk CertificateProvides basic IT and hardware skills and prepares a student forentry-level jobs as a help desk technician. Students are encouragedto sit for the A+ certification exam upon certificate completion.Course No. Course Title CreditCore Requirements (20 credits)CU 105 Word I, Excel I, Power Point .............................. 5or CU 102 Word Ior CU 103 Excel Ior CU 104 PowerPointIT 102 Microcomputer Fundamentals ............................ 5IT 110 Operating Systems I .............................................. 5IT 235 Introduction to Information Technology......... 5TOTAL CREDITS: 20