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Applications Support
AAS-T Degree or Certificate
Program Curriculum
| Prerequisites | Cr | |
| CIS 102 OR | INFORMATION COMPUTER CONCEPTS | 3 |
| Provides a broad introduction to computers and information systems. Includes hardware, software, data organization, data communications and systems development. Covers the evolving role of computers in society. | ||
| Previous computer work experience | ||
| ENGL 106 | TECHNICAL WRITING | 3 |
| Writing strategies geared to target audiences. Emphasis on research and problem-solving requiring critical reading and writing; development of ideas and argumentation. Includes layout and design, use of illustration, schematics and mathematics. | ||
| MIC 101 OR | INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS | 4 |
| Intro to microcomputer applications for Windows. Includes an overview of Windows, the Microsoft Office System featuring Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Internet Browsers, email, along with emerging software application topics and concepts. | ||
| Ability to use MS Office | ||
| 1'st Quarter | Cr | |
| ITC 140 | INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER HARDWARE | 5 |
| Provides basic understanding of various hardware components, including installation and configuration. Learn how software interacts with and controls the computer?s hardware elements. Emphasizes analytical logic, troubleshooting skills and basic networking concepts. | ||
| MATH 119 | MATHEMATICS BEHIND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| Learn basic aspects of discrete mathematics common to information technology: scientific notation; binary and hexadecimal number systems; logical operations and the design of logical networks; set theory; relations and functions; combinatorics; graphs and directed graphs; regular expressions; and finite-state machines. | ||
| MIC 160E | ||
| MIC 160W | ||
| 2'nd Quarter | Cr | |
| MIC 110 | PROGRAM DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT FOR NON PROGRAMMERS | 4 |
| Intro to concepts involved in planning, developing, testing and debugging a computer program. Intro to programming language and principles of structured programming that can be applied to any programming language. | ||
| MIC 120 | DATABASE APPLICATIONS & DESIGN WITH MS ACCESS | 4 |
| Develop database application and design skills through use of MS Access. Emphasizes planning, creating and revising a database system. | ||
| MIC 175 | COMPUTER USER SUPPORT | 4 |
| Designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of help desk operations. Emphasizes the basic components of a successful help desk, provide students with working knowledge of software to process and track calls, and present hands-on experience with problem analysis. | ||
| MIC 160P | ||
| 3'rd Quarter | Cr | |
| ACCT&201 | PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I | 5 |
| Defines basic accounting concepts, principles and procedures for recording business transactions and developing financial accounting reports. Recommended: ACCT 110 or sophomore standing (S). | ||
| CIS 197 | WORK EXPERIENCE COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS | 5 |
| Provides an opportunity to practice communication and research skills and uses knowledge to support users on campus. Interact with users via telephone and utilize help-desk software. Provides some internal training prior to placement at the help-desk. | ||
| WEB 110 | WEB AUTHORING I | 4 |
| Covers the mechanics of web page production starting with absolute basics. Covers document structure, text elements, list elements, links, tables and working with images and creating framesets. Focuses on creating HTML/XHTML files ?by hand? with emphasis on browser compatibility issues and HTML/XHTML validation. | ||
Total Credits for Program Certificate = 51
| Associate of Applied Science-T Degree (A.A.S.-T.) | Cr | |
| IT Electives (10 cr.) | ||
| Science or Social Science Electives (9 cr.) | ||
| ENGL&101 | ENGLISH COMPOSITION | 5 |
| Intro to the writing process. Writing assignments focus on non-fiction prose, with subject matter drawn from first-hand experience and observation. | ||
| HUM 105 | INTERCULTURE COMMUNICATION | 5 |
| Interdisciplinary focus on the role of languages and culture in effective intercultural communication including values, patterns, history and attitudes that create and sustain cultures. Emphasis on skills and empathy gained from the study of diverse cultures through literature, theory and guest lecturers. | ||
| ITC 285 OR | CAPSTONE PROJECT CLASS | 5 |
| Produce a major project that responds to a client problem or request. Work in teams or carry out an individual project as an intern/extern. Select and work closely with industry mentors. Emphasis on research, accuracy, technology skills, timeliness, teamwork, quality, client/customer satisfaction and usability. | ||
| MIC 298 OR | ADVANCED APPLICATIONS PROJECT | 5 |
| CIS 298 | ADVANCED PROGRAMMING PROJECT | 5 |
| MATH 116 OR | Q APPLICATIONS OF MATH TO MANAGEMENT LIFE & SSCI | 5 |
| Emphasizes applications to business, finance, management, or life & social sciences. Covers mathematical models, graphs and exponential and logarithmic functions. May include ideas from statistics and probability. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree. | ||
| MATH 107 | APPLIED BIOENGINEERING | 4 |
Total Credits for AAS-T Degree = 90
NOTE: Program courses are under frequent review to maintain industry relevancy. Please check with the Business, Information Technologies & Creative Arts Division, (206) 934-3830 for current information.
Students must maintain a grade of 2.0 or better in every class to remain in this program.
Students who intend to complete the Applications Support AAS-T degree should meet with the Information Technology counselor to plan their courses beyond those listed above. AAS-T degree students must complete the following additional requirements: English 101, Composition; Humanities 105, Intercultural Communications; IT electives (10 credits); MAT 116 Math Applications OR MAT 107 Mathematics a Practical Art; MIC 298, Advanced Applications Project. Total AAS degree credits: 90.