Program Description
This introductory TCC focuses on adults who want to obtain skills
and knowledge necessary to become competent computer users.
Competencies learned help individuals gain employment in the
computer related field, upgrade their current computer skills,
or prepare them for promotion and/or advancement in their current
occupation.
Length of Program
Length of program varies with the student’s ability
to schedule classes.
Entrance Date
Students are accepted quarterly.
Entrance Requirements
OTC Placement exam is not required.
Age
16 years of age or older
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Advisor
An advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course.
A program advisor will be assigned by admissions.
Salary Range
Average Salary Range for the Computer Application Specialist
is minimum wage to $9 per hour depending on experience.
Job Market
The job market for the Computer Application Specialist is
good. Opportunities are available for part-time and full-time
positions. Job prospects will be most favorable for those
with the best technical skills and experience.
Personal Traits Required
A person pursuing the Computer Application Specialist TCC
should want to work in an office environment, enjoy working
with people, have a customer service attitude, have the ability
to multi-task, display a professional appearance, enjoy working
with computers and computer application software, have good
spelling/grammar skills, and have a strong work ethic.
Curriculum
| Course |
|
Title |
|
Credit
Hours |
| |
|
|
|
|
| SCT 100 |
|
Introduction to Microcomputers |
|
3 |
| BUS 105 |
|
Database Fundamentals |
|
3 |
| BUS 202 |
|
Spreadsheet Fundamentals |
|
3 |
| CIS 127 |
|
Advanced Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing |
|
6 |
| |
|
|
|
|
| |
|
Total Credit Hours Required |
|
15 |
|
