The Certificate of Proficiency in Information Technology provides students with training in basic computer applications and introductory coursework in the field of Information Technology. The program is designed to get people employed in entry-level IT positions. Students can select from a variety of introductory IT courses to build knowledge and skill in computer programming, database fundamentals, Linux and Windows system administration, computer architecture, cabling, networking, and security.
Total Program Credits: 18
| Discipline Core Requirements: | 12 Credits | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Academic Writing | 3 | |
| or | ENGH 1005 | Literacies and Composition Across Context (5.0) | |
| INFO 1120 | Information Systems and Technology Fundamentals (3.0) | 3 | |
| IT 1510 | Introduction to System Administration--Linux/UNIX (3.0) | 3 | |
| IT 1600 | Computer Architecture and Systems Software (3.0) | 3 | |
| Elective Requirements: | 6 Credits | ||
| Complete 6 credits from the following: | 6 | ||
| INFO 1200 | Computer Programming I for IS/IT (3.0) | ||
| or | CS 1400 | Fundamentals of Programming (3.0) | |
| INFO 2410 | Database Fundamentals (3.0) | ||
| IT 2400 | Voice and Data Cabling Fundamentals (3.0) | ||
| IT 2530 | Introduction to System Administration--Windows Client (3.0) | ||
| IT 2600 | Data Communication Fundamentals (3.0) | ||
| or | CS 2600 | Computer Networks I (3.0) | |
| IT 2700 | Information Security Fundamentals (3.0) | ||
| IT 2800 | Computer Forensic Fundamentals (3.0) | ||
| IT 290R | Current Topics in Information Technology (1.0) | ||
Graduation Requirements:
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and Italicized.
| Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| ENGL 1010 or ENGH 1005 | Introduction to Academic Writing or Literacies and Composition Across Context (5.0) | 3 |
| INFO 1120 | Information Systems and Technology Fundamentals | 3 |
| IT 1510 | Introduction to System Administration--Linux/UNIX | 3 |
| IT 1600 | Computer Architecture and Systems Software | 3 |
| Semester total: | 12 | |
| Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
| Elective | INFO 1200* | 3 |
| Elective | IT 2530 or IT 2400* | 3 |
| Semester total: | 6 | |
| Notes: INFO 1200, IT 2400, and IT 2530 are selected electives to take if student plans to continue with the CC Network Administration, AAS, and BS degrees. Additional coursework should be taken both semesters if student plans to continue with other certificates or degrees. See advisor for details. | ||
| Degree total: | 18 | |
The Information Systems and Technology department is in the College of Engineering & Technology. To find the most up-to-date information from the Information Systems and Technology department, visit their website.
