IT Fundamentals (Year One of Computer Science program)

In the IT Fundamental program, students use computer languages to create programs that perform specific tasks on computers and other devices. It is a useful specialty for high-demand jobs such as website developer, database designer, support specialist, and software tester. Students in this program will learn and practice subjects such as Web design and graphics, PC hardware and networking, basic programming, and database theory and design. The IT Fundamentals program is a certificate option in the two-year Computer Science certificate/degree program. Students may choose to complete the certificate or continue their studies for another year to earn a degree.

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter

Certificate of Completion:

3 Quarters

55 Credits

Associate of Applied Science:

N/A

AAS - Transfer:

N/A

Bachelor of Applied Science:

N/A

All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Median Salary:

$63,500

Projected Growth:

20%

Annual Job Openings:

5,070

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All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Hybrid, Online

8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Hours may vary based on specific program requirements. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Lhoucine Zerrouki

Entry Requirements

Admission Recommendations

Counselor and instructor interview
Basic keyboarding skills (25 words per minute)

Course Information

Course #	Course Title	Credits
COL 101	College Success	2
CSI 103	Computer Networking I	4
CSI 104	Computer Networking II	4
CSI 120	Computer Programming I	5
CSI 122	Computer Programming II	5
CSI 124	Computer Programming III	5
CSI 130	Database Design	5
CSI 132	Applied Database Development	5
CSI 140	Front-End Web Development	5
	Total	40

General Education Requirements

Course #	Course Title	Credits
AMATH 175	Applied Math for Business and Industry
ANTH& 234	Religion and Culture or
PSYC& 100	General Psychology or
SOC& 101	Introduction to Sociology	5
COMP 100	Applied Composition or
ENGL& 101	English Composition	5
	Total	15

Program Outcomes

Learning Outcomes for Applications Developer Program:

Demonstrate appropriate business and technical skills for entry into IT
Create and modify graphics based projects using a variety of digital imaging software and technologies
Design, develop, and test Windows based programming applications and web pages
Use Microsoft Office applications to complete writing projects, presentations, and data base projects
Be able to create, explain, and implement basic software testing plans