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Computer Software Specialist
The rapid expansion of computer technology in the workplace has created
the need for specialists who are both technically proficient and supportive
of non-technical end users. The Computer Software Support program is a
two-year program that prepares individuals for positions which provide
software support, advice, troubleshooting, training, and documentation
to computer users.
The Computer Software Specialist graduate has an extensive knowledge
of computer software and a working knowledge of hardware and peripheral
devices. This specialist is proficient in Internet usage, designing and
publishing web sites, database design and development, desktop publishing,
and multimedia creation. The program prepares graduates to test for the
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications.
Please note: Students in this program will be required
to purchase a laptop computer from MTI. Please see the Admissions office
or an instructor for details.
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Award: AAS Degree
Course Descriptions
First Semester |
Semester Credits |
| CSS |
101 |
Computer Concepts and Careers |
1 |
| CSS |
120 |
Outlook Essentials |
2 |
| CSS |
143 |
Document Production |
3 |
| CSS |
163 |
Spreadsheet Concepts and Application |
3 |
| CSS |
164 |
Operating Systems |
2 |
| BUS |
110 |
Accounting for Business I |
4 |
| PSYCH |
101 |
General Psychology |
3 |
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18 |
Second Semester |
Semester Credits |
| CSS |
170 |
Desktop Publishing/Graphics I |
3 |
| CSS |
171 |
Multimedia Concepts |
3 |
| CSS |
181 |
Database Concepts and Applications |
3 |
| CSS |
193 |
Computer User Support |
3 |
| ENGL |
201 |
Technical Writing |
3 |
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Social Science Elective |
3 |
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18 |
Third Semester |
Semester Credits |
| CSS |
201 |
Advanced Software Support |
4 |
| CSS |
203 |
Web Design I |
3 |
| CSS |
206 |
IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software |
4 |
| CSS |
207 |
Graphics II |
1 |
| Math |
101 |
Intermediate Algebra |
3 |
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Communications Elective |
3 |
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18 |
Fourth Semester |
Semester Credits |
| CSS |
202 |
Small Office Accounting Applications |
1 |
| CSS |
204 |
Web Design II |
3 |
| CSS |
208 |
PC Support Lab |
3 |
| CSS |
210 |
Introduction to Networking |
3 |
| CSS |
211 |
Certification Preparation |
1 |
| CSS |
220 |
Electronic Commerce |
2 |
| CSS |
297 |
Professional Development |
1 |
| CSS |
298 |
Internship |
2 |
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16 |
Total Credits Required to Graduate: 70 |
