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Computer Studies
Certificate (Career)
Designed for students seeking to build skills in the field of computer studies.
Involves defining and analyzing problems and developing, testing, and
maintaining programs by incorporating a broad range of transferable problem-
solving skills and techniques including logical thinking, creative design, synthesis,
and evaluation.
Course
Credits
Departmental Requirements
CMIS 106 Object Design & Programming
3
CMIS 120 PC Operating Systems
3
CMIS 203 Systems Analysis & Design
3
CMIS 121 PC Repair & Diagnostics
3
CMIS 218 Information Security and Assurance or
CMIS 179 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
3
Electives Select 6 credits from:
Any BU course
Any CIS course
Any INTR course
6
21
Transfer Note:
For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Counseling & Advising
office at 301.846.2471 or visit the Programs web page.
Computer Support Specialist
Certificate (Career)
Prepares students for a career as a computer support specialist. Computer support
specialists provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer
software or equipment.
Course
Credits
Departmental Requirements
CMIS 120 PC Operating Systems
3
CMIS 280 Networking Fundamentals or
CMIS 290 Cisco 1 Network Fundamentals
3
CMIS 200 IT Support Service
3
CMIS 121 PC Repair & Diagnostics
3
Electives Select 6 credits from any CMIS courses
6
18
Transfer Note: For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Counseling & Advising office at 301.846.2471 or visit the Programs web page.Healthcare Information Technology
Certificate (Career)
Prepares graduates to work as healthcare information technology technicians in
a healthcare setting and to perform tasks, such as maintaining the system that
supports electronic health records (EHR), improving EHR software usability, and
designing/implementing policies to protect healthcare data. Provides students
with specialized knowledge and skills on healthcare-relevant software and
computer proficiency. Includes information technology, healthcare systems, and
medical business operations. Covers the objectives required by CompTIA A+ and
CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician.
Course
Credits
Departmental Requirements
CMIS 101 Information Systems and Technology or
CMIS 106 Introduction to Object Design and Programming
3
CMIS 120 PC Operating Systems
3
CMIS 173 Healthcare Information Technology
3
CMIS 121 PC Repair & Diagnostics
3
MEDA 109 Medical Terminology
3
MEDA 112 Medical/Administrative Office Applications
3
MEDA 220 Electronic Health Records
3
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Transfer Note: For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Counseling & Advising office at 301.846.2471 or visit the Programs web page.Software Specialist
Certificate (Career)
Prepares students for a career as a software specialist. Software specialists
maintain and implement database management systems, computer applications,
and operating systems, as well as analyze organizational software needs, devise
solutions, and maintain PC software and hardware systems.
Course
Credits
Departmental Requirements
CMIS 101 Information Systems & Technology or
CMIS 106 Object Design & Programming
3
CMIS 111B Microcomputer Software Applications: Database
3
CMIS 111E Microcomputer Software Applications: Spreadsheets
3
CMIS 111R Business Software Applications
3
Electives Select 6 credits from any CMIS courses
6
18
Transfer Note: For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Counseling & Advising office at 301.846.2471 or visit the Programs web page.Database Administration
The Database Administration LOR program has been
discontinued.
Radio Frequency Technician
The Radio Frequency Technician LOR program has been
discontinued.
Network Engineering
Area of Concentration within the A.A.S in STEMTechnology
(Career)
Prepares students for entry-level positions in the network engineering field.
• Students must complete their credit
English and Mathematics
within the first
24 credits.
• One course must meet the
cultural competence graduation requirement.
• CORE: The General Education CORE
is that foundation of the higher education
curriculum providing a coherent intellectual experience for all students. Students
should check with an advisor or the transfer institution (ARTSYS) before selecting
General Education CORE requirements.
http://artsys.usmd.edu/• In some General Education categories (Mathematics, Biological & Physical
Sciences), a 4-credit course selected from the GenEd course list will satisfy the
requirement in place of a 3-credit course. Students should check with an advisor
before selecting these courses.
• For the PE/Health & Nutrition requirement, a 3-credit Physical Education or Health
course may satisfy the requirement in place of a 1-credit course. Students should
check with an advisor before selecting this course.
• Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in ENGL 101.
• Students must complete a minimum of nine credits at the 200-level.
Course
Credits
English
ENGL 101 English Composition
3
Mathematics
Mathematics Elective (GenEd course list)
3
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Social Science Elective (GenEd course list)
3
Arts & Humanities
Arts Elective (GenEd course list)
3
Humanities Elective (GenEd course list)
(PHIL 208 or PHIL 101 recommended)
3
Communications Elective (GenEd course list) (COMM 105 recommended -
satisfies cultural competence requirement)
3
Biological & Physical Sciences
Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (GenEd course list)
3
Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition Requirement
(Select one PHED, HLTH, or NUTR course)
1
Concentration Courses
BMGT 281 Global Awareness in the Work Environment
3
CMIS 120 PC Operating Systems
3
CMIS 106 Object Design & Programming
3
CMIS 203 Systems Analysis & Design
3
CMIS 121 PC Repair & Diagnostics
3
CMIS 179 Cybersecurity Fundamentals or
CMIS 218 Information Security and Assurance
3
CMIS 290 Cisco 1 Network Fundamentals
3
CMIS 291 Cisco 2 Routing Technologies
3
CMIS 292 Cisco 3 Switching Technologies
3
CMIS 293 Cisco 4 WAN Technologies
3
Electives
Select eight (8) credits from the following:
INTR 103, any CMIS or BMGT course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
60
Students holding CompTIA A+ Certification may be awarded 6 credits (CMIS
113 and CMIS 112). Students holding CompTIA Network+ Certification may be
awarded 3 credits (CMIS 280). Students holding CompTIA Security+ Certification
may be awarded 3 credits (CMIS 281). Students holding CCNA Certification may
be awarded 12 credits (CMIS 290, CMIS 291, CMIS 292, and CMIS 293).
Transfer Note: For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Counseling & Advising office at 301.846.2471 or visit the Programs web page.Network Engineer
Certificate (Career)
Prepares students with the knowledge and skills required to implement and
maintain a defined network. Graduates will be able to configure, maintain, and
troubleshoot network devices using network tools as well as analyze network
traffic to make solution recommendations. This certificate also prepares graduates
for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) professional certification.
Course
Credits
Departmental Requirements
CMIS 106 Object Design & Programming
3
CMIS 290 Cisco 1 Networking Fundamentals
3
CMIS 291 Cisco 2 Router Technologies
3
CMIS 292 Cisco 3 Switching Technologies
3
CMIS 293 Cisco 4 WAN Technologies
3
Complete one of the following courses:
CMIS 281 Security Fundamentals
CMIS 210 Data Communications & Networking
CMIS 224 Wireless Communications
3
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Transfer Note: For more information on careers and transfer, contact the Counseling & Advising office at 301.846.2471 or visit the Programs web page.