Information Technology – IT Specialist Certificate Pathway (C25590P1)

Career and College Promise (for qualified high school students only).

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

CIS 115 - Intro to Prog & Logic Credit Hours: 3
NET 125 - Introduction to Networks Credit Hours: 3
NOS 120 - Linux/UNIX Single User Credit Hours: 3
NOS 130 - Windows Single User Credit Hours: 3
SEC 110 - Security Concepts Credit Hours: 3
WBL 110 - World of Work Credit Hours: 1

Total Credit Hours Required: 16

Developmental Course Requirements:

Developmental coursework (including all prerequisites) will be required of students whose placement test scores indicate a need for greater proficiency in the areas of reading, English, mathematics, and computers. Please refer to the Course Descriptions section for prerequisite course information.

DRE 097 - Integrated Reading Writing II Credit Hours: 3