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Computer Science – Computer Systems Support (Certificate)

Certificate of Mastery

Minimum of 18 credit hours

Do you have a natural curiosity about how computers and their programs work? Do you like to put your knowledge to good use helping others? Are you a good communicator, or would you like to become one? Then, a career as a Computer Systems Support Specialist would be a good choice for you! At Oklahoma City Community College, you can earn an associate degree in applied science or a certificate of mastery in computer science with a computer systems support option. Either program option will get you out of school quickly and into the job market. Just talk with a faculty advisor about which would be the best choice for your lifestyle and career goals. OCCC provides a strong foundation in computer science and is a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance.

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Course ID	Course Name	Credits	Type	Min GD
Term 1
CS 1103	Introduction to Computers and Applications	3	Major	C
	This hands-on course affords students a basic understanding of computers and their application. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to use a computer operating system, an office suite, productivity tools, as well as the Internet at an introductory level. Advanced Standing is available. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement. Prerequisites: MATH 0103 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
CS 1153	Introduction to Computing Technologies	3	Major	C
	Students will learn fundamental concepts of computing technologies. Topics will include computer hardware, operating systems, application software, networking, information security and privacy, information systems, program development, database management systems, social aspect of computing technologies, and cloud computing. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement. Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures; MATH 0103 or adequate math placement.
Term 2
CS 1353	Computer Operating Systems	3	Major	C
	Students will learn the following important areas through a combination of lectures and hands-on projects: installing, maintaining and optimizing Windows operating systems, troubleshooting Windows and applications, connecting to and setting up a network, Windows resources on a network, computer security strategies, mobile devices, and client-side virtualization. A+ Certification Preparation Course. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement. Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures; MATH 0203 or adequate math placement; prerequisite or co-requisite CS 1103
CS 1413	Computer Hardware	3	Major	C
	Students will learn the following through class lectures and hands-on projects: identification, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of PC hardware including mainboards, BIOS, processors, memory, storage devices, peripherals, and printers. Other IT-related issues such as networks, safety and environmental concerns, customer relations, and professionalism are also presented. A+ Certification Preparation Course. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement.Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures; MATH 0203 or adequate math placement; prerequisite or co-requisite CS 1103
Term 3
CS 2153	Cloud Computing	3	Major	C
	Students will demonstrate their understanding of planning, configuring, implementing, and maintaining cloud computing infrastructure, as well as the services it supports such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS). This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement.Prerequisites: CS 1353
CS 2713	Principles of Information Security	3	Major	C
	Students will complete a comprehensive overview of network security, with an introduction to a variety of security problems faced by the computing industry. This course is mapped to the CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam. The course covers topics in general security concepts, communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography basics, and operational/organizational security. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement. Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures; MATH 0203 or adequate math placement; CS 1353

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Computer Science – Computer Systems Support (Certificate)

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CS 1353 – Computer Operating Systems

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CS 2153 – Cloud Computing

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