Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 College Catalog 
    
2020-2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Program Map: Information Technology Certificate, Business Application Specialist Option


This program map is an example of how, as a part-time student, you can complete this certificate in four semesters. See an academic advisor for a customized program map that works for you.  To earn this certificate, you must achieve a minimum 2.0 (‘C’) grade point average on the courses listed below.

Note the Milestones below each semester.  Milestones are reminders of actions you should take during that semester to help keep you on track for certificate completion.

First Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 1203 - Computer Concepts and Applications   3
CSCI 2163 - Windows Operating Systems   3
Total Credit Hours 6

Milestones

  • Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.
  • Download MS Office from MyTCC.
  • Form a study group, join a student organization, or volunteer at a community service site.
  • Visit the writing, math and science, or technology learning centers for free individual tutoring support services.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.

Second Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 2013 - Word   3
CSCI 2033 - Excel   3
CSYS 1203 - Introduction to Computer Programming   3
Total Credit Hours 9

Milestones

  • Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.
  • Visit Career Services to explore career opportunities associated with this certificate.

Third Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 1263 - Network Fundamentals   3
CSCI 2043 - Access   3
Total Credit Hours 6

Milestones

  • Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor for a graduation check.
  • If entering the workforce after graduation, visit Career Services to build your resume.

Fourth Semester

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 2483 - PowerPoint / Multimedia   3
CSYS 1013 - HTML and CSS   3
Total Credit Hours 6

Milestones

  • Check the academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted and complete 67% of the courses attempted.  Review your Financial Aid Dashboard or visit the Financial Aid Office to determine your financial aid status.
  • See an academic advisor to file for graduation and to discuss how these courses can also be applied toward the requirements for an associate degree in Information Technology.