Computer Information Technology

The Computer Information Technology curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information. This is a flexible curriculum that can be customized to meet community information systems needs.

Course work will develop a student’s ability to communicate complex technical issues related to computer hardware, software, and networks in a manner that computer users can understand. Classes cover computer operations and terminology, operating systems, database, networking, security, and technical support.

Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information. Graduates should be prepared to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Computer Information Technology program at Haywood Community College is to educate and prepare students in a broad technical foundation along with the communication and interpersonal skills which will enable them to demonstrate professional competence within the discipline. The CIT program will provide students with the knowledge and skills, through a blend of theory and hands-on applications to satisfy the needs of local and national industries.

Program Goals

  • Strive to continuously improve the program relative to its stated mission.
  • Strive for a state of the art teaching and learning experience with the use of current technologies and engineering practices.
  • Promote excellence in teaching within the program.
  • Provide highly experienced, educated, and professional faculty.
  • Support activities such as consulting, sabbaticals and technical seminars that will keep faculty technically current with industrial and business practices.
  • Strive to increase program enrollments by supporting the recruitment and retention activities of the Division and college.
  • Strive to strengthen the relationship between the program and local industries by promoting a strong industrial advisory committee.

Note:
HCC has an articulation to allow graduates of the HCC Computer Information Technology program to transfer 60 credit hours to Southern New Hampshire University into their B.S. in Business Administration with a Concentration in Computer Information Technology. The SNHU degree can be obtained 100% online. Click here to review the articulation agreement with Southern New Hampshire University.

Printable Computer Information Technology Brochure

Contact

Russ Virgo
rvirgo.jpgInstructor, Computer Information Technology
Regional High Tech Center
144 Industrial Park Room 3006
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828) 564-5121

Marsha Monroe

Instructor, Computer Information Technology
185 Freedlander Drive Room 237
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 565-4012

Program Information

Use the links to the right to move straight to each degree offered in this program. Clicking on a class title will bring up a description of that class.

Suggested Schedule for 2011-2012 (Updated Aug 18, 2011)

Associate In Applied Science Degree (AAS) A25260

Fall Semester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
ACA 111 College Student Success 1 0 0 1
CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2 2 0 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 0 3
NET 125 Networking Basics 1 4 0 3
NOS 110 Operating Systems Concepts 2 3 0 3
  Mathematics 3 0 0 3
Total: 16
Spring Semester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
CIS 115 Introduction to Programming and Logic 2 3 0 3
CTS 120 Hardware/Software Support 2 3 0 3
DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 3 0 3
NOS 130 Windows Single User 2 2 0 3
WEB 210 Web Design 3 0 0 3
Total: 15
Summer Semsester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
ENG 114 Professional Research & Reporting 3 0 0 3
  Humanities/Fine Arts 3 0 0 3
  Social & Behavioral Sciences 3 0 0 3
Total: 9
Fall Semester 2
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
CSC 139 Visual Basic Programming 2 3 0 3
CTS 285 Systems Analysis & Design 3 0 0 3
DBA 120 Database Programming 2 2 0 3
NOS 230 Windows Administration l 2 2 0 3
SEC 110 Security Concepts 3 0 0 3
Total: 15
Spring Semester 2
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
BUS 110 Introduction to Business 3 0 0 3
CTS 289 System Support Project 1 4 0 3
NOS 120 Linux/UNIX /Single User 2 2 0 3
WEB 180 Active Server Pages 2 2 0 3
Total: 12

Total Credit Hours: 67

Mathematics: Choose 3 hours from the following courses
MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics 3 0 0 3
MAT 151 Statistics I 3 0 0 3
MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra 3 0 0 3
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Diploma in Computer Information Technology D25260

Fall Semester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2 2 0 3
ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 0 3
NET 125 Networking Basics 1 4 0 3
NOS 110 Operating Systems Concepts 2 3 0 3
SEC 110 Security Concepts 3 0 0 3
Total: 15
Spring Semester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
CIS 115 Introduction to Programming and Logic 2 3 0 3
CTS 120 Hardware/Software Support 2 3 0 3
DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 3 0 3
NOS 130 Windows Single User 2 2 0 3
WEB 210 Web Design 3 0 0 3
Total: 15
Summer Semester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
BUS 110 Introduction to Business 3 0 0 3
ENG 114 Professional Research & Reporting 3 0 0 3
Total: 3

Total Credit Hours: 33

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Certificate in Computer Information Technology C25260

Fall Semester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
NET 125 Networking Basics 1 4 0 3
NOS 110 Operating Systems Concepts 2 3 0 3
Total: 6
Spring Semester 1
Course Number Course Title Lecture Lab Clinic Credits
CIS 115 Introduction to Programming and Logic 2 3 0 3
DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 3 0 3
WEB 210 Web Design 3 0 0 3
Total: 9

Total Credit Hours: 15

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