BUSINESS
TECHNOLOGY
Computer Information Technology / Systems
Program Description
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The Computer Information Technology Degree and the
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Computer Information Systems Degree are designed
Computer Information Technology ..........60-67 credit hours
primarily for students seeking employment with
organizations that use computers to process, manage,
and communicate information. Emphasis is placed on
the use of computer languages in the solution of business
and scientific problems, design and development of Web
pages, desktop computer hardware and software support,
installation and maintenance of networks, and database
This degree can only transfer into the Bachelor of Applied
Science Information Technology program at UHCL and the UHVSugarland Bachelor of Science programs in Computer Science
Information Systems and Digital Gaming & Simulation.
Certificate
Computer Information Technology .......... 35-37 credit hours
design.
This plan provides courses for preparation for the following
Transferring to a 4-year Institution
certifications:
Associate of Science Degree
• CompTIA Network+ Certification
Computer Information Systems.................. 61-67 credit hours
• Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Certification
This is a recommended course of study for students who
plan to pursue a baccalaureate degree or higher in Computer
Information Systems, Digital Gaming & Simulation, Information
Technology, Management Information Systems, Game
Development, Computer Science, Digital Media, Computer
Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Graphic
Communications, and other computer technology fields.
Career Opportunities
**This degree has a 2+2 agreement with other universities.**
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Information Technology Specialist
Computer Network Technician
Internet Development Specialist
Computer Support Technician
Computer Software and Media Application Specialist
Systems Analyst
MIS Technical Staff
Application Programmer
Database Programmer / Administrator
Help Desk
According to the U.S. Department of Labor the computer
services industry is expected to be the third fastest growing
industry in the U.S. economy over the next decade. For
more information about average salaries and additional
occupational information, go to www.onetonline.org.
For more information call 281-756-3783 or email
CompScience@alvincollege.edu.
Alvin Community College does not discriminate against anyone
on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, handicap, age, national
origin, or veteran status. The College reserves the right to alter or
discontinue courses and programs.
3110 Mustang Road
Alvin, Texas 77511
281-756-3500
www.alvincollege.edu
Revised 5/13
Alvin Community College
Computer Information Technology / Systems
Computer Information Technology
Computer Information Systems
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Associate of Science Degree (A.S.)
BUSINESS
TECHNOLOGY
2+2 Agreement with other Universities
credits
Composition I
3
Composition II or Technical Communication
3
4
Communication Skills - (Select one from Core Curriculum)
3-4
Computer Elective - (Select one from list below)
3-4
Mathematics - (Select one from Core Curriculum)
3-4
Network +
3
Natural Sciences - (Select two from Core Curriculum)
6-8
Fundamentals of Networking
3
Visual & Performing Arts - (Select one from Core Curriculum) 3
Second Semester
credits
U.S. History - (Select one from Core Curriculum)
6
Advanced Programming Visual Basic
or Advanced Visual BASIC Programming
4
Humanities - (Select one from Core Curriculum)
3
American Government
3
Web Design or Internet Web/Page Development
4
Texas State & Local Government
3
Programming Fundamentals I - C Programming
or Introduction to C Programming
4
Social & Behavioral Sciences -(Select one from Core Curr)
3
Windows Seven Configuration
3
Microcomputer Applications
or Buisness Computer Applications
4
Computer Elective - (Select one from list below)
3-4
Computer Elective - (Select three from list located in catalog)
12
Third and Fourth Semester
credits
Computer Elective or Course Elective (Select two from
Computer Elective - (select three from list below)
12
Elective - College Level Course or Computer Elective
1-4
Communication - (select one from Core Curriculum)
3-4
First Semester
credits
Microcomputer Applications
or Business Computer Applications
4
Programming in Visual Basic
or Introduction to Visual BASIC Programming
Mathematics or Natural Sciences - (select one from Core
list located in catalog)
Computer Information Systems
(A.S.) Degree- credit hours
6-8
61-67
3-4
Computer Information Technology
3
Certificate
3
First Semester
credits
60-67
Microcomputer Applications
or Business Computer Applications
4
Programming in Visual BASIC
or Introduction to Visual BASIC Programming
4
Computer Elective List:
Computer Elective - (Select one from list below)
3-4
Programming Fundamentals II - C++ or Introduction to C++ Programming
Advanced C++ Programming
Programming Fundamentals III - JAVA or JAVA Programming
Database Programming
Introduction to Spreadsheets
Introduction to 3D Gaming Modeling
Video Game Art II
Computer Virtualization
Introduction to PC Operating Systems
Personal Computer Hardware
Network +
3
Fundamentals of Networking
3
Second Semester
credits
Advanced Programming Visual BASIC
or Advanced Visual BASIC Programming
4
Web Design
4
Programming Fundamentals I - C Programming
or Introduction to C Programming
4
Windows Seven Configuation
3
Computer Elective - (Select one from list below)
3-4
Computer Information Technology
Certificate - credit hours
35-37
Curriculum)
Visual & Performing Arts or Humanities - (select one
from Core Curriculum)
Social & Behavioral Sciences - (select one from Core
Curriculum)
Computer Information Technology
(A.A.S.) Degree – credit hours
Alvin Community College