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Information Technology at MCC
A.A.S. Networking and PC Maintenance Option Information Technology Homepage

This two-year degree prepares students for a career in the computer technology field. Students learn techniques to install and troubleshoot problems relating to networking, operating systems and maintenance. Students will gain knowledge and skills to solve problems relating to both hardware and software.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

  • Troubleshoot hardware problems;
  • Install, upgrade, and configure software;
  • Install, configure, and maintain LANs;
  • Provide preventive maintenance, component I installations, and repair services;
  • Identify and resolve network connectivity issues;
  • Configure routers, firewalls, and switches;
  • Understand ethical responsibilities linked to networking, software licensing, and maintenance issues.

The program course requirements are presented in sequence. Part-time students and others who cannot follow this sequence should check course description in the Catalog to determine prerequisites and, in addition, should consult their academic advisor regarding the order in which they take courses.

First Year—Fall Semester Cr. Hrs. First Year—Spring Semester Cr. Hrs.
CAPP 120 Intro to Computers 3 CAPP 151 MS Office 3
WRIT 121 Intro to Technical Writing 3 CA 112 Public Speaking 3
  or   IT 242 Networking II 4
WRIT 122 Intro to Business Writing (3) IT 250 Internet & Web Page Development 3
IT 240 Networking I 4   Elective 3
M 110 Business Math 4   Total: 16
  Elective 2      
  Total: 16      
           
           
           
Second Year—Fall Semester Cr. Hrs. Second Year—Spring Semester Cr. Hrs.
IT 225 Programming I 4 IT 226 Programming II 4
IT 150 Operating Systems 3 IT 231 CompTIA A+ 4
CA 102 Human Relations 2 CAPP 158 Database Applications 3
CAPP 156 MS Excel 3 IT 241 Internship 3
  Elective 3   Total: 14
  Total: 15      
           
Total Hours in Program—61 Course Descriptions
 
Electives may be selected from the following:
IT 255 Web Animation & Motion Graphics
IT 258 Java Programming
IT 213 Photoshop & Illustrator
IT 214 Desktop Publishing
ACTG 205 Computerized Accounting
IT 151 Evolution of Gaming
IT 161 Fundamental of Game Design
BU 216 Customer Service