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

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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
IT 183 Introduction to RedHat Linux 3-3-4Students will learn to be effective users of Linux systems,acquiring skills and understanding of command linefunctions, file systems, users and groups, bash shell, processmanagement, text editors, network applications, searchingand organizing data, and graphical applications.IT 184 Linux Core Systems Administration 3-3-4Students will learn to be effective administrators of Linuxsystems, mastering tasks such as hardware and deviceconfiguration, file system management, user administration,network configurations, kernel services, attaching new Linuxsystems to a corporate network, configuring the newsystems for end-users, and troubleshooting.IT 200 Spreadsheets 3-0-3This course provides training in introductory and advancedtopics related to spreadsheet creation, formatting andprinting. Topics include row and column operations, formulacreation (including functions), graph creation and printing,database management techniques, and macro design andexecution. (Prerequisite: IT 102 or permission of theDepartment Head of Information Technology)IT 210 Object Oriented Programming in Java 2-2-3This course builds on the work done in IT 110. It develops theconstructs and concepts of object-oriented programming:problem conceptualization, class definition, objectinstantiation, method definition and invocation, theprinciples and practices of reuse, inheritance andpolymorphism. It also introduces graphical user interfacesand event-driven programming. (Prerequisite: IT 110 orpermission of the Department Head of InformationTechnology)IT 212 Visual Basic.NET 2-2-3This course will introduce students to object-oriented andevent-driven programming. The emphasis of the course willbe towards building business solutions. Topics will include:forms, events, properties, syntax, file processing, and errorhandling. The lab component will include developingbusiness applications. (Prerequisite: IT 110 or permission ofthe Department Head of Information Technology)IT 214 Advanced Visual Basic.NET 2-2-3This course is a continuation of IT 212 Visual Basic.NET,examining more advanced topics such as arrays, collections,error handling, classes/objects, ActiveX technology, andinvoking the Window API's. A hands-on lab component willinclude developing business applications. (Prerequisite: IT212)IT 220 Supporting IT Systems 2-2-3Topics include: overview of the Technical Support functionand organization, workflow, support skills/tools (includingcommunication and interpersonal effectiveness, incidenttracking, prioritization escalation and resolution, callhandling applications, user documentation), overview of ITsystem development, tools/techniques of projectmanagements and professional ethics. The lab componentincludes: call handling software, project managementsoftware, group exercises, written/presentationcommunications exercises, and professional developmentexercises. (Prerequisites: IT 106, IT 108, IT 140 and IT 150)IT 240 Database Implementation 2-2-3This course is the second in a two-part sequence onrelational database. Topics include: client/server applicationdevelopment, Structured Query Language (SQL), ExtensibleMarkup Language (XML) and database design. The labcomponent will include the development of businessapplications using a relational database. Discussion ofASP.NET as a development tool will be included.(Prerequisites: IT 140 and IT 110)IT 250 Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise2-2-3This course is the third of four CCNA courses leading to theCisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation. CCNADiscovery 3 course familiarizes students with the equipmentapplications and protocols installed in enterprise networks,with a focus on switched networks, IP Telephonyrequirements, and security. It also introduces advancedrouting protocols such as Enhanced Interior Gateway RoutingProtocol (EIGRP) and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)Protocol. Hands-on exercises include configuration,installation, and troubleshooting. (Prerequisite: IT 152 with agrade of “C” or higher)IT 252 Designing and Supporting Computer Networks 2-2-3This course is the final of four CCNA courses preparingstudents for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)designation. In the CCNA Discovery 4 course, studentsprogress through a variety of case studies and role-playingexercises. They may include gathering requirements,designing basic networks, establishing proof-of-concept, andperforming project management tasks. In addition, lifecycleservices, including upgrades, competitive analyses, andsystem integration, are presented in the context of pre-salesupport. (Prerequisite: IT 250 with a grade of “C” or higher)IT 254 Advanced Routing 2-2-3This course is a continuation of Networking Theory II,examining advanced Router Concepts and configurations.Students will install, configure, operate and troubleshootcomplex WAN networks. Topics will include more advancedFrame Relay networks, dial Access services and distancevectorversus link-state routing protocols. Advanced RouterAccess Control Lists for blocking unauthorized access toprivate networks will also be covered. (Prerequisite: IT 252)IT 256 Remote Access 2-2-3This course examines advanced LAN switching conceptsincluding Virtual Local Area Network (VLANS) andInternetwork troubleshooting. Students will configure layer 3and 4 constraints on switches to implement various levels ofsecurity and separation on top of basic VLANS. Internetworktroubleshooting will include all seven layers of the OSI modelfrom the application down to the physical layer cabling.Students will be expected to design, configure andtroubleshoot complex WANs and LANs. (Prerequisite: IT 252)IT 258 Advanced Switching 3-2-4This course builds upon Networking Theory II, examining8/17/2011 NHTI, Concord’s Community College Course Descriptions 2011-2012 36
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