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A.S. Computer Technology

Why Computer Technology Management?

This two-year (61(64) credit) emphasis prepares students to further their education in a Computer Technology Management major. Students will learn basic computer technology skills that include installing, configuring and troubleshooting hardware and software, common programming techniques, networking implementation and design, and basic digital design skills. The degree is designed to transfer into the Bachelor of Science—Computer Technology Management program at Dickinson State University. This field of employment is broad and may include jobs such as an Information Technology Business Analyst, Information Technology Specialist, Computer/Network Support Technician, or Technology Project Manager. Students should consult the catalog of the institution to which they expect to transfer and select appropriate courses in consultation with their advisor.

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

Create business technology strategies using planning processes and knowledge of trends in computer hardware and software;
Describe computer hardware and software functions and implement networking systems;
Apply problem-solving techniques used to diagnose, recommend, and communicate solutions to technology problems;
Develop the team and interaction skills necessary to work with others in the computer technology area of business;
Apply their computer technology management academic knowledge in the context of professional development.

NOTE: 3 credits of either Humanities & Fine Arts or History & Social Sciences must meet the Cultural Diversity requirement. One science lab must be a standalone lab.

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Total Credits for Program Completion: 61(64)

First Year - Fall Semester 17 Credits		Credits
WRIT 101WRIT 101 - College Writing I This is an introductory writing course with emphasis on writing to a targeted audience. College Writing I prepares students for success in a wide variety of academic and vocational writing concerns. The writing process, formal voice, audience concerns, close reading strategies, effective styles and techniques, and the use of the computer as a writing tool are covered. Asserting and supporting a central claim and using MLA documentation and format are addressed. Pre-requisite: appropriate placement.	College Writing I	3
M 121M 121 - College Algebra This course covers the concept of functions; complex numbers; and solving systems of equations, sequences, and series. Functions investigated include linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic. Students who enter this class with lower than a grade of “B-” in the Pre-requisite course will be required to enroll in a regularly scheduled two hours per week of supplemental instruction and academic support (NC 021) where attendance and participation will be part of the student’s grade in M 121. Pre-requisite: M 095 or appropriate placement.	College Algebra	4
	OR
	Mathematics Core Elective
CAPP 131CAPP 131 - Basic MS Office This course emphasizes the practical aspects of today's computing environment. Instruction includes the basic computer architecture and operation, hardware, operating systems, network communication, ethical issues associated with computers, and aspects of integrated software with an emphasis on business applications. Students will learn beginning to intermediate elements of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software.	Basic MS Office	3
COMX 111COMX 111 - Introduction to Public Speaking This course is intended to help students develop skills in speaking, organizing thoughts, and listening. Major emphasis is placed on the preparation and presentation of formal speeches.	Introduction to Public Speaking	3
NTS 104NTS 104 - CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks Introduction to Networks. This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and computer networks. The principles of IP addressing and fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. A hands-on approach is used to teach students to build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes.	CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks	4
First Year - Spring Semester 15(17) Credits		Credits
WRIT 201WRIT 201 - College Writing II This course provides experience in writing essays based on close readings of more demanding texts. Students will come to understand more fully the intellectual demands of an academic discourse community by preparing essays designed to meet more rigorous expectations. WRIT 201 is designed to prepare transfer students to succeed in their junior- and senior-level courses by exposing them to Modern Language Association (MLA) and American Psychological Association (APA) documentation, critical thinking strategies, and logical construction of arguments. Students will complete developed essays that emphasize writing as a process of drafting and revising. Pre-requisite: WRIT 101.	College Writing II	3
GDSN 145GDSN 145 - Introduction to Web Design This course provides fundamental instruction on creating, editing, and enhancing Internet web sites. Students will gain hands-on experience that includes internet navigation and communication, web page creation using basic HTML/XHTML code and Adobe Dreamweaver, publishing web pages to the World Wide Web, and web site management and maintenance.	Introduction to Web Design	3
	Science Core Requirement	4(3)
STAT 216STAT 216 - Introduction to Statistics Traditional and resistant estimators of location and spread, fundamentals of inference using randomization and classical methods, confidence intervals, and tests of hypotheses. Pre-requisites: M 095 or M 105 or appropriate placement scores.	Introduction to Statistics	3
	OR
	Mathematics Core Elective	3(4)
ARTZ 106ARTZ 106 - Visual Language - 2-D Foundations This course is an introduction to the design elements of line, shape, form, value, color, texture, and space; and design principles of balance, movement, rhythm, contrast, emphasis, pattern, and unity. These basic elements and principles of design form the structures that underlie most visual arts, whether commercial arts or fine arts.	Visual Language - 2-D Foundations	3
Second Year - Fall Semester 16(17) Credits		Credits
CSCI 107CSCI 107 - Joy and Beauty of Computing: Python Programming This course examines the computing field and how it impacts the human condition. The instructor introduces exciting ideas and influential people. The course provides a gentle introduction to computational thinking using the Python programming language.	Joy and Beauty of Computing: Python Programming	3
	Science Core Requirement	3(4)
	History & Social Science Core Requirement	3
	Humanities & Fine Arts Core Requirement	3
MART 213MART 213 - Photoshop and Illustrator This course covers the fundamentals of creating a variety of documents using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Practical application of skill is emphasized.	Photoshop and Illustrator	3
	OR
CAPP 156CAPP 156 - MS Excel This is an intermediate-level course using Excel as a tool for calculation, analysis, and reporting through applications and exercises. A hands-on approach is used to enhance students' working knowledge of work sheets. Pre-requisite: CAPP 120/120A.	MS Excel	3
Second Year - Spring Semester 14 Credits		Credits
CSCI 127CSCI 127 - Joy and Beauty of Data This course introduces the exciting world of big data and data science. Students expand their ability to solve problems with Python by learning to deploy lists, files, dictionaries and object-oriented programming. Data science libraries are introduced that enable data to be manipulated and displayed. The student will gain programming knowledge through computational thinking using hands-on instruction of the Python programming language. Pre- or Co-requisite: CSCI 107.	Joy and Beauty of Data	4
MART 214MART 214 - Digital Publishing and Design This course covers the fundamentals of creating a variety of publications using Adobe Indesign including typography usage and terminology, with the aid of Photoshop for graphic manipulation. Students will develop layout and design solutions to problems presented in class. Practical application of skills is emphasized. Digital Publishing and Design is a required course for the AAS degree in Information Technology.	Digital Publishing and Design	3
ITS 280ITS 280 - Computer Repair & Maintenance The primary purpose of this course is to prepare students to troubleshoot and repair microcomputer systems. This goal is achieved through a three-part effort: (1) theory presentation with regular assessment; (2) hands-on operation and exploration in lab experiments; and (3) troubleshooting applications in the lab. Hands-on training includes, but not limited to, servicing microcomputers and portable devices, identification, installation, and configuration of microprocessors, memory, system boards, power supplies and disk drives. The emphasis of this course is both the hardware and operating systems for the current CompTia A+ Certification test/s. held a Pearson VUE testing site.	Computer Repair & Maintenance	4
	History & Social Science Core Requirement	3

Please refer to the the Current Catalog for specific program details.

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Total Credits for Program Completion: 61(64)