This certificate provides the student with advanced skills in computer applications. It is appropriate for students interested in learning the intricacies of a variety of software packages. Upon completion of the certificate, students may pursue careers as application specialists, help desk associates and software trainers. Students continuing into a two-year degree program are advised to consult the requirements for either the CIS, IMN or BUS Applied Science degree programs. No prior computer experience is required.

A Certificate is awarded upon completion of the requirements for this program.

Courses should be selected in consultation with an advisor.

First Semester

Course No.	Descriptive Title	Credit Hours
ENG 101	Composition I	3
CIS 100	CIS Introductory Seminar	1
CIS 111	Computer Systems and Applications	3
CIS 107 OR	Conducting Business on the Internet OR
CIS 108	Conducting Research on the Internet	3
CIS 120	Computer-Based Publishing	3
CIS 160	Career Seminar, Career Exploration (a)	2
TOTAL		15

Second Semester

Course No.	Descriptive Title	Credit Hours
CIS 113 OR	Visual Basic Programming OR
CIS 112	Computer Programming	3-4
CIS 150 OR	Information Security Management  OR
CIS 140	Healthcare Information Management	3
CIS 213	Microcomputer Systems for Business	3
CIS 161	Career Seminar, Career Advancement (a)	2
Elective (b)		3
TOTAL		14
	TOTAL CREDIT HOURS	29

a. The cooperative education experience requires 10 hours per week of related work experience.

b. Students must select courses from: ACC, BUS, CIS, MAT, or BUS 103.