Course Descriptions 11-12 - NHTI - Concord's Community College

Information TechnologyIT 102 PC Applications 3-0-3The course introduces students to desktop applications withan emphasis on topics from a user perspective. Topicsinclude use of: an operating system, a word processor, aspreadsheet, presentation software, Internet and hardwareand software considerations. (Note: Students may notreceive credit for both IT 102 and IT 102X)IT 102A PC Applications Accelerated 3-0-3These accelerated versions of PC Applications are designedfor those students who are more experienced in IT essentialsand comfortable with self-directed learning. Studentsenrolling in IT 102A should expect topics to be introducedand developed by the instructor more quickly than intraditional sections of IT 102. The course introduces studentsto desktop applications with an emphasis on topics from auser perspective. Topics include use of an operating system,a word processor, a spreadsheet, presentation software,Internet and hardware and software considerations.(Prerequisite: Minimum score of 20 on the computerplacement test AND a minimum score of 50 on the LASSImotivation placement test OR permission of the DepartmentHead of Information Technology). (Note: Students may notreceive credit for both IT 102 and IT 102A. Similarly, studentsmay not receive credit for both IT 102A and IT 102X.)IT 102X PC Applications Extended 2-2-3This extended version of PC Applications is designed forstudents less experienced in IT essentials. Topics areintroduced and developed at a slower pace to enhancelearning. The course introduces students to desktopapplications with an emphasis on topics from a userperspective. Topics include use of an operating system, aword processor, a spreadsheet, presentation software,Internet and hardware and software considerations. (Note:Students may not receive credit for both IT 102 and IT 102X)IT 106 IT Career Topics 1-0-1This course is a series of presentation and panel discussionsby experts and leaders in the field on the important topics inInformation Technology careers. It provides informationwhich helps students plan their college work and anticipatehow they will apply it in subsequent professional positions.Students with two years or more of work experience in thecomputer field may request a waiver from the course.Students will take IT 106 the first half of the semester andIT 107 the second half.IT 107 Office Applications for IT 1-0-1This course explores the tools and functions of MS Officeused by IT professionals. Topics include authoring andformatting technical documentation, service levelagreements, technical proposals, incident reports, costbenefit analysis and release notes. The course concludes witha section on collaborative authoring. Students with twoyears or more of work experience in the computer field mayrequest a waiver from the course (Prerequisite: IT 106)Students will take IT 106 in the first half of the semesterand IT 107 in the second half.IT 108 Personal Computer Hardware and Software 2-2-3This course presents an in-depth exposure to computerhardware and operating systems. Students learn thefunctionality of hardware and software components as wellas suggested best practices in maintenance and safety issues.Through hands-on activities and labs, students learn how toassemble and configure a computer and install operatingsystems and software. In addition, an introduction tonetworking is included. This course helps students preparefor the CompTIA's A+ certification. Proficiency in MicrosoftOffice is achieved through case study-based projects.IT 110 Programming Fundamentals 2-2-3This lab-focused course introduces the fundamental skillsand knowledge of computer programming for businesssolutions. Students encounter and resolve a range ofprogramming problems learning the techniques of design,structured coding, debugging, error-handling andtroubleshooting. The work begins with procedural syntax andconcludes with the foundations of object-orientedprogramming, creating classes and objects. Topics includeproblem analysis, computer logic and flow control, decisionand repetition structures, argument passing, programdocumentation, class definitions and use of a debugger andhelp/documentation resources.IT 140 Database Design and Management 2-2-3This course is the first in a two-part sequence on relationaldatabase. Topics include: Structured Query Language (SQL),database design, terminology and the creation of tables,forms, queries, reports and macros. The lab component willinclude the development of business applications using arelational database.IT 150 Networking for Home and Small Businesses 2-2-3The goal of this course is to introduce students tofundamental networking concepts and technologies. Thiscourse provides a hands-on introduction to networking andthe Internet using tools and hardware commonly found inthe home and small business environment. These onlinematerials will assist students in developing the skillsnecessary to plan and implement small networks across arange of applications. This course prepares students with theskills needed to obtain entry-level Home Network Installerjobs. It also prepares students for some of the skills neededfor Network Technician, Computer Technician, CableInstaller, and Help Desk Technician jobs.IT 152 Networking at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP2-2-3This course is the second of four CCNA courses leading to theCisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation. CCNADiscovery 2 course provides an introduction to routing andremote access, addressing and network services. It will alsofamiliarize students with servers providing email services,web space, and Authenticated Access. This course preparesstudents with the skills required for entry-level Help DeskTechnician and entry-level Network Technician jobs. Thiscourse also prepares students for the CCENT (CISCO CertifiedEntry Network Technician) industry certification.(Prerequisite: IT 150 with a grade of “C” or higher)8/17/2011 NHTI, Concord’s Community College Course Descriptions 2011-2012 35