Computer Information Technology, AAS

Panola College’s Computer Information Technology curriculum is designed to meet the needs of individuals who need a generalized degree that will enable them to enter a highly technical workforce. Upon completion of the two-year Computer Information Technology program, the student will obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree. The degree provides the student with an understanding of computer concepts and competence in the functional application of computer information technology.

Academic advisor: Natalie Oswalt, (903) 693-2095, noswalt@panola.edu

Semester I

BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications Credit Hours: 3
ITSC 1405 - Introduction to PC Operating Systems Credit Hours: 4
ITSW 1401 - Introduction to Word Processing Credit Hours: 4
ITSW 1410 - Introduction to Presentation Graphics Software Credit Hours: 4

Semester Hours: 15

Semester II

IMED 1416 - Web Design I Credit Hours: 4
ITSC 1425 - Personal Computer Hardware Credit Hours: 4
ITSW 1404 - Introduction to Spreadsheets Credit Hours: 4
POFI 2431 - Desktop Publishing Credit Hours: 4

Semester Hours: 16

Semester III

ENGL 1301 - Composition I Credit Hours: 3
ENGL 2311 - Technical & Business Writing Credit Hours: 3
or
SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking Credit Hours: 3
Humanities/Fine Arts Credit Hours: 3
IMED 1401 - Introduction to Digital Media Credit Hours: 4
ITSW 1407 - Introduction to Database Credit Hours: 4

Semester Hours: 14

Semester IV

ITSC 2435 - Application Software Problem Solving Credit Hours: 4 *
ITSC 2439 - Personal Computer Help Desk Support Credit Hours: 4
Natural Science Credit Hours: 4
Social/Behavioral Science Credits Hours: 3

Semester Hours: 15

Total Hours: 60

Advising Notes

Students taking ITSW 1401 - Introduction to Word Processing must have taken POFT 1329 , POFT 2301 , or have previous typing experience.
Students taking ITSC 2435 - Application Software Problem Solving must have already taken ITSW 1401 , ITSW 1404 , ITSW 1407 , ITSW 1410 , and IMED 1416 and have approval from the instructor.

*Capstone course

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