COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: ITSC - Information Technology/Software Computing
ITSC 1301. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS (3-1-3) 11.0101
Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures and human resources. Explores integration and application in business and other segments in society. Fundamentals of computer problem-solving and programming may be discussed and applied. Examines applications and software. May be concurrently offered as an Internet course. Suggested prerequisite: Keyboarding proficiency.
ITSC 1309. INTEGRATED SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS I (2-4-3) 11.0101
Integration of software applications from popular business productivity software suites. Instruction in embedding data, linking and combining documents using word processing, spreadsheets, databases and/or presentation media software. May be concurrently offered as an Internet course. Suggested prerequisite: Keyboarding proficiency.
ITSC 1325. PERSONAL COMPUTER HARDWARE (2-4-3) 47.0104
A study of current personal computer hardware including personal computer assembly and upgrading, setup and configuration and troubleshooting. Covers CPUs, BUSs, peripheral equipment, optional and add-on equipment, interfacing and conflict resolution. Includes diagnosis of faulty components; optimization of system performance; and installation of peripherals. Includes a "hands-on" laboratory. Prerequisite: ITSC 1301.
ITSC 1358. UNIX SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION I (2-4-3) 11.0101
Provide new system administrators the basics of administering UNIX workstations. Students perform basic system administration tasks, such as installing a standalone system, adding users, backing up and restoring file systems and adding a new printer support. Emphasis on the procedures needed to perform these systems administration tasks. Introduces the concept of the system and disk management. Prerequisite: ITSC 1405.
ITSC 1391. SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES, GENERAL (2-4-3) 11.0101
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
ITSC 1405. INTRODUCTION TO PC OPERATING SYSTEMS (3-3-4) 11.0101
A study of personal computer operating systems. Topics include installation and configuration, file management, memory and storage management, control of peripheral devices and use of utilities. Suggested prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in ITSC 1301 or ITSE 1402.
ITSC 2286. INTERNSHIP - COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE, GENERAL (CAPSTONE) (0-10-2) 11.0101
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts including a learning plan developed by the college and the employer. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the College and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Prerequisite: ITSE 1350 and consent of instructor.