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Program: Computer Information Technology (Programming Awards)

COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- .NET PROGRAMMING

(Skills Achievement Award)

Brookhaven campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.NETPROG.16

This sequence is for students who wish to learn .NET programming and the .NET framework. It includes instruction and practice in writing, executing, testing and debugging C# or Visual Basic.NET programs on a personal computer using Visual Studio.NET. Topics such as forms, controls and Windows applications are covered in detail with introductory material on ASP.NET with applications and ADO.NET data access.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming OR (4)
ITSE 2417 Java Programming (4)
Semester Total 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming OR (4)
INEW 2438 Advanced Java Programming (4)
Semester Total 4
Minimum Hours Required 8

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING

(Skills Achievement Award)

Brookhaven campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.OBJ.ORIENT.16

This sequence is for students who wish to learn an object-oriented programming language in depth. It includes instruction and practice in writing, executing, testing and debugging object-oriented programs on a personal computer in C++, C# or Java. Classes, objects, inheritance, interfaces, parameterized types, generic programming, iterators, templates, collections and containers are also covered in detail.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 or equivalent experiences approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1407 Introduction to C++ Programming OR 4
ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming OR (4)
COSC 1436 Programming Fundamentals 1 OR (4)
ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming OR (4)
ITSE 2417 Java Programming (4)
Semester Total 4
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 2431 Advanced C++ Programming OR 4
ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming OR (4)
ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic.NET Programming OR (4)
INEW 2438 Advanced Java Programming (4)
Semester Total 4
Minimum Hours Required 8

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- PROGRAMMER LEVEL 1

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven, El Centro, North Lake, and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.PROGLV1.16

This certificate option is designed to provide students with basic and advanced skills and knowledge in a primary language of choice. Application development using database programming techniques, structures, and modeling is also developed. Graduates will be qualified to work as a Level 1 Programmer in a technical programming environment.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computer and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
XXXX X4XX Introductory Programming course - List A* (one course) 4
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
XXXX X4XX Advanced Programming Language course - List B** (one course) 4
XXXX X4XX Database or Web course - List C (one course) OR 4
ITSC 1415 Project Management Software (4)
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 16

*First in a two-course programming language series

List A - Introductory Programming Courses

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1402 Computer Programming 4
ITSE 1407 Introduction to C++ Programming 4
ITSE 1411 Beginning Web Programming 4
ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming 4
ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic .Net Programming 4
ITSE 1491 Special Topics in Computer Programming 4
ITSE 2417 Java Programming 4
ITSE 2421 Object-Oriented Programming 4
COSC 1436 Programming Fundamentals 1 4
ITSE 1406 PHP Programming 4

**Second in a two-course programming language series

List B - Advanced Programming Courses

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1442 Shell Programming 4
ITSE 1491 Special Topics in Computer Programming 4
ITSE 2402 Intermediate Web Programming 4
ITSE 2410 iOS Application Programming 4
ITSE 2431 Advanced C++ Programming 4
ITSE 2437 Assembly Language Programming 4
ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic .Net Programming 4
ITSE 2438 C# Database Development with ADO.NET 4
ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming 4
ITSE 2457 Advanced Object-Oriented Programming 4
ITSE 2459 Advanced Computer Programming 4
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming 4
INEW 2434 Advanced Web Programming 4
INEW 2438 Advanced Java Programming 4
COSC 2436 Programming Fundamentals 3 4
ARTV 2471 Android Application Programming 4

List C - Database or Web Courses

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITMT 1403 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact - SQL 4
ITMC 2437 Programming a Microsoft SQL Server Database 4
ITSE 1445 Introduction to Oracle SQL 4
ITSE 2454 Advanced Oracle PL/SQL 4
ITSE 2409 Database Programming 4
ITSW 1407 Introduction to Database 4
ITSW 2437 Advanced Database 4
ITSE 2404 Visual Basic.NET Database Development with ADO.NET 4
ITSE 2438 C# Database Development with ADO.NET 4
ITSE 1401 Web Design Tools 4
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 4

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- SOFTWARE PROGRAMMER/DEVELOPER

(Associate of Applied Science Degree)

Offered at Brookhaven, North Lake and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: AAS.CIT.PROGD.14

This associate degree program is designed to provide in-depth skills and knowledge in one introductory specialization language or development tool, an operating system used with that platform, plus additional skills and knowledge with an advanced specialization language or development tool. Students are expected to complete an introductory and advanced course from the same specialization emphasis list to be considered as having met the requirement for this award.

The graduate will be qualified to work as an entry-level programmer or developer in an applications setting.

Course(s) may be substituted for ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 for those who demonstrate current computer literacy.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSW 1407 Introduction to Database OR 4
ITMT 1403 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL OR (4)
ITSE 1445 Introduction to Oracle SQL (4)
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4
+Elective Mathematics Elective 3
Semester Total 15
Course Course Title Credit Hours
XXXX X4XX Introductory Course (one course) 4
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 4
+++++Elective Technical Elective (one course) 1
ENGL 1301 Composition 1 3
++Elective Speech Elective 3
Semester Total 15
Course Course Title Credit Hours
XXXX X4XX Operating Systems Course - List A (one course) 4
XXXX X4XX Introductory Course (one course) 4
XXXX X4XX Advanced Course (one course) 4
+++Elective Social/Behavioral Science 3
Semester Total 15
Course Course Title Credit Hours
XXXX X4XX Advanced Course (one course) 4
ITSY 1400 Fundamentals of Information Security 4
ITSE 1450 System Analysis and Design 4
++++Elective Humanities/Fine Arts 3
Semester Total 15
Minimum Hours Required 60

Introductory and Advanced Emphasis Course Pairings

Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1402 Computer Programming OR 4
COSC 1436 Programming Fundamentals 1 OR (4)
ITSE 1406 PHP Programming (4)

Advanced Course

ITSE 2459 Advanced Computer Programming OR 4
COSC 2436 Programming Fundamentals 3 (4)

 

Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming 4

Advanced Course

ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 2404 Visual Basic.NET Database Development with ADO.NET OR (4)
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming (4)

 



Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 2417 Java Programming 4

Advanced Courses

INEW 2438 Advanced Java Programming OR 4
ITSE 2410 iOS Application Programming OR (4)
ARTV 2471 Android Application Programming (4)

 


Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1407 Introduction to C++ Programming 4

Advanced Course

ITSE 2431 Advanced C++ Programming 4

 


Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming 4

Advanced Course

ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming OR 4
ITSE 2438 C# Database Development with ADO.NET OR (4)
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming (4)

 

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC Operating Systems 4
ITSC 1407 UNIX Operating System 1 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration 4
ITMT 1458 Windows Client Operating System 4
ITNW 1408 Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems 4
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization 4

+Mathematics Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Mathematics.

++Speech Elective - must be selected from the following:

Course Course Title Credit Hours
SPCH 1311 Introduction to Speech Communication 3
SPCH 1315 Public Speaking 3
SPCH 1321 Business and Professional Communication 3

+++Social/Behavioral Science Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Social/Behavioral Science.

++++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.

+++++Technical Elective - must be selected from the following:

Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1191 Special Topics in Educational/Instructional Media Design 1
ITCC 1191 Special Topics in System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager 1
ITNW 1164 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 1
ITNW 1192 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 1
ITSC 1164 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Computer and Information Sciences, General 1
ITSC 1166 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 1
ITSC 1171 Introduction to Computers 1
ITSC 1191 Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences, General 1
ITSE 1191 Special Topics in Computer Programming 1
ITSY 1191 Special Topics in Information Technology/Security 1

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- SOFTWARE PROGRAMMER/DEVELOPER ASSISTANT<

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven, El Centro, North Lake and Richland campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.SPDASST.16

This certificate option is designed to provide skills and knowledge in one introductory specialization language or development tool, an operating system used with that platform, and database concepts. Students are expected to complete an introductory and advanced course from the same specialization emphasis list to be considered as having met the requirement for this award.

Graduates will be qualified to work as an assistant in a programming or development environment with data, coding, and/or design.

Course(s) may be substituted for ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1301 for those who demonstrate current computer literacy.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSC 1401 Introduction to Computers OR 4
BCIS 1405 Business Computer Applications OR (4)
COSC 1301 Introduction to Computing AND (3)
+Elective Technical Elective (one course) (1)
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
XXXX X4XX Introductory Specialization (one course) 4
Elective List B - Course (one course) 4
Semester Total 16
Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITNW 1425 Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 4
XXXX XXXX Database Course - List A (one course) 3-4
XXXX X4XX Advanced Specialization (one course) 4
ITSW 1410 Introduction to Presentation Graphics Software OR 4
ITSC 1415 Project Management Software OR (4)
Elective Any three or four SCH
ARTC, ARTV, COSC, GAME, IMED, INEW, ITMC, ITNW, ITSC, ITSE, or ITSW course OR
(3-4)
ITNW 1264 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (2)
Semester Total 13-16
Minimum Hours Required 29-32

 

Introductory and Advanced Emphasis Course Pairings

Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1402 Computer Programming OR 4
COSC 1436 Programming Fundamentals 1 OR (4)
ITSE 1406 PHP Programming (4)

Advanced Course

ITSE 2459 Advanced Computer Programming OR 4
COSC 2436 Programming Fundamentals 3 (4)

 

Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming 4

Advanced Course

ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 2404 Visual Basic.NET Database Development with ADO.NET OR (4)
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming (4)

 

Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 2417 Java Programming 4

Advanced Course

INEW 2438 Advanced Java Programming OR 4
ITSE 2410 iOS Application Programming OR (4)
ARTV 2471 Android Application Programming (4)

 

Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1407 Introduction to C++ Programming 4

Advanced Course

ITSE 2431 Advanced C++ Programming 4

 

Course Course Title Credit Hours

Introductory Course

ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming 4

Advanced Course

ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming OR 4
ITSE 2438 C# Database Development with ADO.NET OR (4)
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming (4)

 

List A - Database Courses

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITMC 2437 Programming a Microsoft SQL Server Database 4
ITMT 1403 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL 4
ITSE 1303 Introduction to MySQL 3
ITSE 1345 Introduction to Oracle SQL 3
ITSE 1445 Introduction to Oracle SQL 4
ITSE 2404 Visual Basic.NET Database Development with ADO.NET 4
ITSE 2409 Database Programming 4
ITSE 2438 C# Database Development with ADO.NET 4
ITSE 2454 Advanced Oracle PL/SQL 4
ITSW 1407 Introduction to Database 4
ITSW 2437 Advanced Database 4

 

List B - Course (one course)

Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 4
IMED 2415 Web Design 2 4
ITMT 1403 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL 4
ITMT 1458 Windows Client Operating System 4
ITNW 1408 Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems 4
ITNW 1413 Computer Virtualization 4
ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration 4
ITSC 1415 Project Management Software 4
ITSE 1407 Introduction to C++ Programming 4
ITSE 1411 Beginning Web Programming 4
ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming 4
ITSE 1450 System Analysis and Design 4
ITSE 2402 Intermediate Web Programing 4

+Technical Elective - must be selected from the following:

Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1191 Special Topics in Educational/Instructional Media Design 1
ITCC 1191 Special Topics in System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager 1
ITNW 1164 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 1
ITNW 1192 Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 1
ITSC 1164 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Computer and Information Sciences, General 1
ITSC 1166 Practicum (or Field Experience)-Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 1
ITSC 1171 Introduction to Computers 1
ITSC 1191 Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences, General 1
ITSE 1191 Special Topics in Computer Programming 1
ITSY 1191 Special Topics in Information Technology/Security 1

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- VISUAL STUDIO DEVELOPER

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven and El Centro campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.VISUAL.9/14

This certificate provides programmers with skills knowledge, and expertise to utilize Microsoft Visual Studio.NET to create rich client applications, components, and services built on the latest .NET Framework and preparation required to pass the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist Developer Exams in Windows Forms Applications, ASP.NET Web Applications and SQL Server Database Applications.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming OR 4
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 OR (4)
ITMT 1403 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL OR (4)
ITSW 1407 Introduction to Database (4)
ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic .Net Programming OR 4
ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 16

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- VISUAL STUDIO ENTERPRISE DEVELOPER (FORMERLY SOLUTION DEVELOPER)

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.VISENTP.9/14

This certificate option is designed to provide students with the skills to design, implement, and administer business solutions with Microsoft Visual Studio development products. The program also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Microsoft Certified Professional Developer certification exams in Database, Web, Windows and Enterprise applications. Upon completion, graduates will be qualified to work as software development engineers, software architects, or system analysts.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming (4)
ITMT 1403 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact - SQL OR 4
ITSW 1407 Introduction to Database (4)
Semester Total 12
Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 4
ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming 4
ITMC 2437 Programming a Microsoft SQL Server Database OR 4
ITSE 2404 Visual Basic .NET Database Development with ADO.NET OR (4)
ITSE 2438 C# Database Development with ADO.NET (4)
Semester Total 8
Minimum Hours Required 28

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- VISUAL STUDIO PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPER (FORMERLY APPLICATION DEVELOPER)

(Level 1 Certificate)

Brookhaven campus only

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.CIT.VISPROF.9/14

This certificate option is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to build, deploy, and maintain Microsoft Windows Web, and Database applications. The program also provides preparatory training for those wishing to take the Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) certification exams. Upon completion, graduates will be qualified to work as programmers, programmer/analysts or system developers.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computer and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401 or BCIS 1405 or COSC 1301, or equivalent experience approved by designated Information Technology personnel.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
ITSE 1429 Programming Logic and Design 4
ITSE 1432 Introduction to Visual Basic.NET Programming OR 4
ITSE 1430 Introduction to C# Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
IMED 1416 Web Design 1 OR 4
ITMT 1403 Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL OR (4)
ITSW 1407 Introduction to Database (4)
ITSE 2434 Advanced Visual Basic .Net Programming OR 4
ITSE 2453 Advanced C# Programming (4)
Semester Total 8
Course Course Title Credit Hours
INEW 1440 ASP.NET Programming OR 4
ITMC 2437 Programming a Microsoft SQL Server Database OR (4)
ITSE 2404 Visual Basic .NET Database Development with ADO.NET OR (4)
ITSE 2438 C# Database Development with ADO.NET (4)
Semester Total 4
Minimum Hours Required 20

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.

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