Course Descriptions

This course covers the operation of personal computer hardware and software. It provides an overview of a personal computer operating system and word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, email, scheduling, Internet and database management software.

This course covers database concepts, design and construction using the latest database software. Topics include database normalization and table relationships, database objects, file creation, file manipulation, queries, macros, form development and report generation. Database programming concepts will also be introduced.

This is an introduction to networks course that covers the architecture, structure, functions and components of the Internet and other computer networks. Students achieve a basic understanding of how networks operate while building simple local area networks (LANs). Students perform basic configurations for routers and switches and implement Internet Protocol.

This course provides an overview of the COBOL programming language. Students will gain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of COBOL coding including knowledge of COBOL syntax, program structure, program design, execution and debugging. Maintenance and modification of typical business applications will also be coded throughout the course.

This course covers the architecture, components and operations of routers and switches in small networks and introduces wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn how to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches for advanced functionality using security best practices and resolve common issues with protocols in both Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4) and Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) networks.

This course is an introduction to the IT service desk and user support. Students will be introduced to all aspects of the service desk including the roles, responsibilities, skills needed and role of certifications for the service desk support professional. This course places an emphasis on customer service skills, techniques to develop the necessary skills and application of the skills to difficult customer situations.

The focus of this course is troubleshooting computers and computing-related equipment. The course begins with an overview of basic electronics and progresses to building and troubleshooting computing equipment and IoT (Internet of Things) devices. It also deals with optimizing the performance of systems.

This course is designed for students seeking entry-level computer hardware and software skills. Target students include those who want to prepare for careers in information and communication technology (ICT) and students who want to gain skills and working knowledge of how computers work, how to assemble computers and how to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.

This course is an introduction to RPG programming and AS400 system operations. The student will learn the basics of operating the AS400 and begin writing RPG programs. These programs will include building physical files, writing RPG code, compiling, error finding and producing reports. There will be a strong emphasis on developing logic to program more intermediate RPG programs. A high concentration will be on the structure of the student's calculation specifications. Students will learn how to add, delete and update data to physical files through their RPG programs. Students also will be developing screen programs where users can enter data.

This is an advanced course for computer hardware, including desktop and laptop personal computers, operating systems, basic IT security and basic networking fundamentals.Topics covered include computer hardware and operating system configurations, building a basic network, networking technologies and protocols, and preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of information technology hardware, software, security and networked devices.

This is an introductory networking course designed to expose the student to various components of networking in both home and enterprise settings. Topics covered include various network types, how networks communicate and current networking practices. Wired and wireless networks will be discussed, along with their various layouts and required components. The student also will learn basic best practices for network security and network management.

This course covers basic information about computer hardware and software and the use of the Windows operating system. Topics include file management techniques, utilizing common screen elements, multitasking, object linking and customizing the desktop.

Students will build on the skills learned in Introduction to Programming and Scripting. Students will learn scripting styles, procedures and methods for system, database, web and network environments.

This course emphasizes the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to improve the productivity of the computer user. Students will learn about providing support for the user's computer including the operating system and the software applications installed on the computer.

This course describes the architecture, components, operations and security to scale for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. The course emphasizes network security concepts and introduces network virtualization and automation. Students learn how to configure, troubleshoot and secure enterprise network devices and understand how application programming interfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation.