Dec 03, 2024  
Catawba Valley Community College 2024-2025 General Catalog 
    
Catawba Valley Community College 2024-2025 General Catalog

Information Technology: IT Specialist Certificate (C2559002)


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The IT Specialist Certificate provides a foundation in programming, security, and networking.  Students will learn: Intermediate fundamentals associated with Programming, Security, and Networking. Upon completion graduates will be able to write basic programs and assist in the technical support of Networks utilizing Linux and Windows.

This certificate includes preparation for the following industry certifications:  Security +, Linux Essentials, and current Windows Desktop certification.

Other Major Hours:


Total Credit Hours Required: 16


Developmental Course Requirements


Developmental coursework (both prerequisite and corequisite) will be required of students whose placement test measures indicate a need for greater proficiency in the areas of English and/or mathematics. Please refer to the Course Description section for prerequisite and corequisite course information.

Suggested Program Sequence Day:


Fall - 1st Year:


Total Hours: Class 5 | Lab 5 | Clin/WkExp 0 | Credit 7


Spring - 1st Year:


Total Hours: Class 6 | Lab 6 | Clin/WkExp 0 | Credit 9


Grand Total Hours: Class 11 | Lab 11 | Clin/Wk Exp 0 | Credit 16


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