Information Technology
Center for Business, Industry, Technology & Public Service
CCD.edu/IT
Information Technology
The Associate of Applied Science in information technology (IT) prepares you to obtain entry-level positions in the IT industry. Upon completing this degree, you will qualify for the CompTIA A+ certification exams and gain experience in networking, computer security and database management. You will enhance your communication skills and obtain exposure to the business environment. You can additionally choose to specialize in a specific IT category by using the nine elective credits to focus on a particular area. Please speak to a faculty member or your academic advisor about this option.
PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Meet minimum assessment scores or prerequisites required for general education courses in the program.
Credit Transfer Limitations
To ensure success in the program, courses transferred into the computer information systems or the information technology degree/certificate options or previously taken at CCD should have the following time limits:
Application courses – 5 years
Programming courses – 5 years
Networking courses – 5 years
Certification courses – 3 years
General education courses – 10 years
Business courses – 10 years
If you are transferring to CCD with current industry experience, the time limit for applicable courses may be waived upon approval of the program chair.
COURSE MAP
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 118 | Introduction to PC Applications | 3 |
| BUS 115 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS 217 | Business Communication and Report Writing | 3 |
| MAT 123 | Finite Mathematics: GT-MA1 | 4 |
| ENG 131 | Technical Writing I GT-CO1 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| COM 115 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| CNG 124 | Networking I: Network + | 3 |
| CNG 125 | Networking II: Network + | 3 |
| CIS 240 | Database Design and Development | 3 |
| MAR 160 | Customer Service | 3 |
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| CIS 124 | Introduction to Operating Systems | 3 |
| CIS 267 | Management of Information Systems | 3 |
| CNG 116 | Microcomputer Hardware | 3 |
| CNG 120 | A+ Certification Preparation | 4 |
| PSY 101 | General Psychology I: GT-SS3 | 3 |
| Subtotal | 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| CSC 119 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| CNG 131 | Principles of Information Assurance | 3 |
| CNG 132 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| ACC 121 | Accounting Principles I | 4 |
| Subtotal | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Center for Business, Industry, Technology & Public Service
CCD.edu/IT
Community College of Denver currently offers three certificates in information technology.
Healthcare
This program prepares you as help desk support in an entry-level healthcare environment. Upon completing this certificate, you will be prepared for the CompTIA A+ certification examinations and the CompTIA Network+ certification examinations and the Certified Healthcare Technology Specialist (CHTS) certification.
COURSE MAP
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 118 | Introduction to PC Applications | 3 |
| HPR 178 | Medical Terminology | 2 |
| MAP 110 | Medical Office Administration | 4 |
| Subtotal | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CNG 116 | Microcomputer Hardware | 3 |
| CNG 120 | A+ Certification Preparation | 4 |
| CNG 124 | Networking I: Network + | 3 |
| CNG 125 | Networking II: Network + | 3 |
| CNG 289 | Capstone | 3 |
| Subtotal | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 25 | |
Computer Service & Support
This certificate prepares you to obtain entry-level positions in the IT industry. Upon completing this degree, you will qualify for the CompTIA A+ certification exams and gain experience in networking, computer security and database management. Additionally, you can choose to specialize in a specific IT category by using the nine elective credits to focus on a particular area. Please speak to a faculty member or your academic advisor about this option.
COURSE MAP
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 118 | Introduction to PC Applications | 3 |
| CNG 124 | Networking I: Network + | 3 |
| CNG 125 | Networking II: Network + | 3 |
| Subtotal | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CIS 240 | Database Design and Development | 3 |
| CIS 267 | Management of Information Systems | 3 |
| Subtotal | 6 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| CIS 124 | Introduction to Operating Systems | 3 |
| CNG 116 | Microcomputer Hardware | 3 |
| CNG 120 | A+ Certification Preparation | 4 |
| CNG 211 | Windows Configuration: (OS) | 3 |
| Subtotal | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 28 | |
Network Security
This program prepares you to be entry-level network security specialists. You will be trained in state-of-the-art security practices that will provide you with the skills necessary to maintain a network and protect the network from internal and external security threats. Upon completing this certificate, you will be prepared for the CompTIA Network+ and the CompTIA Security+ certification examinations.
PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Meet minimum assessment scores or prerequisites required for general education courses in the program.
COURSE MAP
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 118 | Introduction to PC Applications | 3 |
| CNG 116 | Microcomputer Hardware | 3 |
| CNG 124 | Networking I: Network + | 3 |
| CNG 125 | Networking II: Network + | 3 |
| Subtotal | 12 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CNG 131 | Principles of Information Assurance | 3 |
| CNG 132 | Network Security Fundamentals | 3 |
| CNG 209 | MS Server Active Directory Configuration | 4 |
| CNG 211 | Windows Configuration: (OS) | 3 |
| Subtotal | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 25 | |
