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Computer Applications

The certificate in computer applications is designed for the entry-level students who want to master microcomputer skills in business software.

ISY101: Introduction to Computer Systems

Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces fundamental concepts and terminology related to computer hardware, software and networks.

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CIS105: Introduction to Computer Science

Credits: 3
Prerequisite: None

This course is a first look at the entire computer science discipline, covering basic computer concepts like binary logic, how computer hardware works, how programs are designed and written and advanced applications like artificial intelligence. It also provides an overview of the topics covered in the CIS major and introduces students to terminology and concepts they will see throughout their program.

ISY102: Microsoft Office Fundamentals

Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ISY101 or CIS105

This course will help students develop basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint through the completion of hands-on projects.

ISY205: Microsoft Access

Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ISY101 or CIS105

This course introduces the basic features of the Microsoft Access database system. Students will complete a series of hands-on exercises and assignments in which they will create tables, forms, queries and reports.

ISY206: Microsoft Excel

Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ISY101 or CIS105

This course provides the student with an in-depth examination of the Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software's basic and intermediate functions, covering all aspects of levels I and II of the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification, and also examines certain level III topics that must be mastered to attain certification at the Expert level.

ISY101: Web Page Design I

Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ISY101 or CIS105

This course introduces students to the design of Web pages using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Extensible Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML), and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).

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