Computer Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Computer Technology introduces basic hardware, software, networking and security principles.
Complete the Comp TIA A+™ hardware certification test and take courses for the preparation of the Comp TIA Network+™ and Comp TIA Security+™ certification exams. Courses will provide a blended knowledge of computer networking, hardware/software and a broad understanding of the Linux operating system. On the job work to practice skills acquired from the classroom will be utilized in an internship.
Develop skills in the business or personal computing environment. Recent graduates of the program have been hired as network engineers, computer hardware technicians, information systems help desk and network administrators.
| Course Number | Course |
Credits |
| CMAP 1615 | Operating Systems: |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1650 | Introduction to Networking |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1715 | Word Processing Applications: |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1765 | Spreadsheet Applications: |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1815 | Database Applications: |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1920 | Hardware Maintenance |
4 credits |
| COMM 2130 OR MGT 2130 |
Human Relations |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1200 | Computer Information Systems |
3 credits |
| CPED 1000 | Co-Op Work Experience I: |
3 credits |
| CSEC 1500 | Computer Network Security + |
3 credits |
| PFDV 1500 | Managing Career Development |
3 credits |
Students must complete general education requirements that will provide students a general knowledge to help them complete a degree at CWC.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Writing Level I | 3 |
| American & Wyoming Government | 3 |
| Mathematics/APPM/Lab Science | 3 |
| University Studies | 1 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Certificates
Both the certificate I and certificate II computer technology pgorams are designed for students who have had previous coursework or work expereince with PC computer technology. The certificate I program is designed to take two semesters to complete, while the certificate II is designed to one semester to complete.
The certificate I program in Computer Technology is designed for students who have had previous coursework or work experience with PC computer technology. The general education requirements are designed to encourage students to develop computation and communication skills.
The program requirements introduce students to the basic CompTIA A+ hardware standards, multimedia applications, and the Windows operating system. The program electives provide students with a blended knowledge of computer networking hardware/software, software design, Microsoft Office Suite software applications, and a broad understanding of the Linux operating system.
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Program Requirements
| Course Number | Course |
Credits |
| CMAP 1615 | Operating Systems: |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1650 | Introduction to Networking |
3 credits |
| CMAP 1920 | Hardware Maintenance |
4 credits |
| CSEC 1500 | Computer Network Security + |
3 credits |
| ENTR 1505 | Entr I: Entrepreneurial Mindset |
3 credits |
Select seven (7) credits for the completion of Program Electives from the following course prefixes: Electives
CMAP/COSC/CPED/ENTR/IMGT/MSFT.
General Ed. Requirements
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Writing Level I /Oral | 3 |
| Math/Applied Math | 3 |
| University Studies | 1 |
Total Credit Hours: 30
The Certificate II for Computer Technology is designed for students who have coursework in the computer field and/or work experience in the computer networking industry.
Students may select courses in computer networking hardware/software, software design, Microsoft Office Suite software applications and operating systems.
Students who choose this certificate and are deficient in computer skills, theory, hardware, software/operating systems coursework may be required to take prerequisite coursework before enrolling in the Cisco or Microsoft certification courses.
Completion of the certificate involves more than one semester.
Program requirements:
15 credits from the following course prefixes: CMAP, COSC, CSEC, ENTR, IMGT, MSFT.
Total Credit Hours: 15