Computer Business Applications Certificate

This certificate prepares students to be highly skilled in the use of a variety of computer applications in an office environment.

Total credits: 26

Program Outcomes

Successful graduates will be able to:
•demonstrate the ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot computer operating systems;
•create a variety of spreadsheets using simple and complex formulas, functions, graphics, database features, sorts, linkages within and between spreadsheets, and macros;
•demonstrate advanced editing techniques, formatting, tables, creation of databases, mail merge, and the creation and use of macros to facilitate program use;
•demonstrate knowledge and skills of database principles and apply them to developing relational databases and generating simple and complex reports;
•explain and demonstrate the process of creating, accessing, and updating data files in Visual Basic; and
•explore pathways for educational and career development in the student’s field of study.

Required Courses '11 - '12

INT 1050 or INT 1060 First Semester Seminar
CIS-2040 - Management Information Systems
CIS-1041 Microcomputer Applications I
CIS-1042 Microcomputer Applications II
CIS-1151 Website Development
CIS-1322 Intermediate Word Processing
CIS-1350 Desktop Operating Systems (4 cr)
CIS-1360 Intermediate Database Management Systems
CIS-1410 Intermediate Spreadsheets
CIS-2011 Visual Basic Programming

Note: Program requirements are fully available online. Most general education requirements are also available online.

All courses are 3 credits unless specified.

Program PDF

Gainful Employment Disclosure