Computer Programming/PC Systems
Certificate Program

The certificate program in Computer Programming/PC Systems prepares the students for employment as personal computer programmers. Topics include Visual BASIC, Object Oriented Programming Systems (OOPS), C, and Internet Development Tools.

REQUIRED COURSES HOURS
First Semester
INFO 105 Intro to Computer Workstations 2
CBUS 150 Business Computer Systems 3
Total 5
Second Semester
INFO 110 Internet & Telecommunications 3
INFO 124 Microcomputer Operating Systems 3
INFO 135 Concepts in Programming: C (pre: INFO 105 or current enrollment) 3
Total 9
Third Semester
INFO 211 Intro to Internet Web Development (pre: INFO 135 or consent of instructor) 3
INFO 225 Object Oriented Program Systems (OOPS) (pre: INFO 135) 2
INFO 226 Visual BASIC Programming (pre: INFO 225) 2
Total 7

Knowledge of keyboard or enrollment in BOFF 114 is encouraged

Enrollment  in developmental classes may increase the length of time it takes to complete an certficate program.

BOFF 114 Keyboarding (Fall, Spring and Summer) -- 2 hours
Learn to operate an alphabetic keyboard by the touch system. Open to all students except Office Systems majors. Course length 8 weeks. [C]

CBUS 150 Business Computer Systems (Fall, Spring & Summer) -- 3 hours
This course covers the role of computing in modern business, economics, medicine, social work and science environments. Basic systems analysis and design techniques and file processing and database concepts are covered while using microcomputers. State-of-the-art business software packages, such as word processing, spreadsheet, and data base applications, are used to provide the student with a thorough "computer literacy." A special fee is assessed. Class meets 4 hours per week. [T]

INFO 105 Introduction to Computer Workstations (Fall, Spring & Summer) -- 2 hours
Excellent course for the novice computer user offering hands-on education with a mouse, keyboard, and printer as well as the operating environments. Experience gained in this course will prepare the student to become a productive user of graphical user interface systems. [C]

INFO 110 Internet & Telecommunications (Fall, Spring & Summer) -- 3 hours
This is an introductory course to Internet usage and telecommunication fundamentals. World wide web browser features, Internet searches, e-mail, FAX, satellite transmissions, teleconferencing and other data transmission technologies are covered. Labs and student projects provide practical experience. [C]

INFO 124 Microcomputer Operating Systems (Fall & Spring) -- 3 hours
An overview of current operating systems including Windows NT, Windows 95, Windows 3.1, OS/2, DOS, and UNIX. Discussions include client/server topics, multitasking, and graphical user interface environments. [C]

INFO 135 Concepts in Programming: C (Fall & Spring) -- 3 hours
Introductory course in computer programming for all business related majors, providing a basic knowledge of the fundamentals of programming. Various number systems are studied to see how they are used in a computer. Program files will be compiled and executed. Problem solving is discussed and flowcharts are used to introduce logic concepts. Emphasis is on common applications using the C language and a user approach. Prerequisite: INFO 105 or current enrollment. [C]

INFO 211Intro to Internet  Web Development (Fall) -- 3 hours
This course will introduce the essential topics of Internet programming. Students will design and write interactive World Wide Web pages using HTML and Java. Prerequisite: INFO 135 or consent of instructor. [C]

INFO 225 Object Oriented Programming Systems (Fall) -- 2 hours
This will cover the basic principles and techniques for object oriented software development. Students will have a better understanding of what features are essential for Object Oriented Programming and which languages support them. Prerequisite: INFO 135 [C]

INFO 226 Visual BASIC Programming (Fall) -- 2 hours
This course is designed to introduce the student to the Visual BASIC application development environment. It provides instruction on the Visual BASIC language with the hands-on experience and development skills necessary to build applications. Prerequisite: INFO 225 [C]

 

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