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Information Technology Fundamentals
Award:
Certificate
Total Credits for Award:
19.00
Description:
Minneapolis College's Information Technology Fundamentals Certificate is part of the college's Computer Support and Network Administration and Software Development programs. This certificate provides a comprehensive, industry-focused training on network support and Internet technologies. This fast-paced program uses state-of-the-art technology and prepares you for success through training in network administration, client/server installation and support and database implementation. Instructors with business and industry experience guide you through this program that will give you a leg up in this exciting industry.
Upon completion of the program, you will have gained strong problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills that will be useful as you enter the workforce.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: FIRST SEMESTER:
COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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ITEC 1005
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Preparing for IT
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1
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ITEC 1100
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Information Technology Concepts
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2
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ITEC 1110
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Information Technology Skills
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2
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ITEC 1150
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Introduction to Computer Programming with Python
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3
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ITEC 1250
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Microsoft Windows Operating System
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3
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ITEC 1425
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Introduction to Computer Networks
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4
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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15
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS: SECOND SEMESTER:
COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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ITEC 1310 Or
ITEC 1375 Or
ITEC 1460 Or
ITEC 1465
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Microcomputer System Maintenance
Database Design and Implementation
MS SQL Server Database
MySQL Database
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4
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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4
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All students pursuing this award should work closely with their advisor to ensure proper selection of required program courses, if applicable program electives, required Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses, and MnTC electives. You are expected to meet with your advisor on a regular basis to ensure courses are taken in an order that will lead to efficient and successful completion of the required coursework.