2020 - 2021 Catalog
Program: Computer Information Technology (PC Support Awards)
Degree Plan: Personal Computer Specialist Certificate
(Level 2 Certificate)
- 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: C2.CIT.PC.SPEC.16
This certificate option is designed to provide in-depth training in suite package software, operating systems, hardware, networking, and Internet/web page development. The graduate will be qualified for a variety of entry-level positions in a PC-oriented environment.
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) |
| ITNW 1425 | Fundamentals of Networking Technologies OR | 4 |
| ITNW 1458 | Network + | (4) |
| ITSW 1401 | Introduction to Word Processing | 4 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition 1 | 3 |
| Semester Total | 15 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSC 1405 | Introduction to PC Operating Systems AND | 4 |
| ITSC 1425 | Personal Computer Hardware OR | 4 |
| CPMT 1451 | IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software | (4) |
| ITSW 1404 | Introduction to Spreadsheets | 4 |
| +Elective | Speech Elective | 3 |
| Semester Total | 11-15 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITSW 1407 | Introduction to Database | 4 |
| ITSW 1410 | Introduction to Presentation Graphics Software OR | 4 |
| ITSC 1409 | Integrated Software Applications 1 | (4) |
| ITSC 2439 | Personal Computer Help Desk Support | 4 | Elective | Any CPMT, GAME, IMED, INEW, ITCC, ITMT, ITNW, ITSC, ITSE, ITSW, or ITSY course | 3-4 |
| Semester Total | 15-16 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 41-46 | |
|---|---|---|
+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 |
++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 |
| 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 |
| ITNW 1164 | Practicum (or Field Experience)-Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 1 |
| ITNW 1192 | Special Topics in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 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.