Counts towards fulfillment of core curriculum component area and is guaranteed to

transfer to a public university or college in Texas.

*TRAN (typically transfers to a university as an elective course)

*DEV (College-preparatory course, does not transfer, does not count towards a degree)

Must take the listed course(s) first or where indicated obtain instructor's permission

Lecture hours per week - Lab hours per week - Credit hours

Data as of: February 17, 2010 - 7:22 pm

Computer Information Technology

Advanced Microcomputer Applications

Computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems relating to the business environment. The

main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including advanced word processing, spreadsheets, databases,

presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet. *TRAN; Lecture-3; Lab-3; Credits-4.

Introduction to Computing

Study of basic hardware, software, operating systems, and current applications in various segments of society. Current issues

such as the effect of computers on society and the history and use of computers are also studied. Topics may include but are not

limited to introduction to operating systems, the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and programming concepts

with emphasis on critical thinking/problem solving. This course is intended for non-Business and non-Computer Science majors.

Students that are not proficient in computer applications should take this course. *TRAN; Lecture-2; Lab-3; Credits-3.

Instruction in web page design and related graphic design issues including mark-up languages, web sites, and browsers. Students

will identify how the Internet functions with specific attention to the World Wide Web, email, and file transfer; apply design

techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and other embedded elements for use in a web page; demonstrate the use

of lists, tables, frames and forms to create interactive web pages; create, design, test and debug a web site, and identify the

benefits and limitations of various web page development software. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

Workforce Education Course

Installing/Configuring/Administering MS Win XP Professional

Provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install and configure Microsoft Windows XP Professional on

stand-alone computers and on client computers that are part of a workgroup or a domain. In addition, this course provides the skills

and knowledge necessary to install and configure Windows 2003 Server to create file, print and servers. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4;

Credits-3.

Workforce Education Course

Managing accounts and resources, maintaining server resources, monitoring server performance, and safeguarding data in a

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 environment. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ITMT 1300 with a grade of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1;

Lab-4; Credits-3.

Installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure that uses the Microsoft Windows 2003 server family of

products. Prerequisite: ITMT 1300, ITMT 1340 with grades of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

Addresses the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) skill paths for

information technology security practitioners. Focuses on Microsoft Windows Server 2003 infrastructure solutions. Includes

client-focused content where appropriate. Provides functional skills in planning and implementing infrastructure security.

Prerequisites: ITMT 1300, ITMT 1340, ITMT 1350 with grades of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

Topics include network components, user accounts and groups, network file systems, file system, security, and network printing.

*CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-4.

A study of current personal computer hardware including personal computer assembly and upgrading, setup and configuration, and

troubleshooting. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

A study of current personal computer hardware including identifying proper procedures for installing and configuring system

components and devices, diagnosing and troubleshooting system problems, identifying safety procedures, environmental hazards,

and preventative maintenance techniques. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

Student engages in various computer support technician duties on campus or off-campus with the employer. Capstone course.

Permission of instructor is required for enrollment. *CTE; Lecture-0; Internship-18; Credits-3.

Basic information security goals of availability, integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality. Vocabulary and terminology specific to the

field of information security are discussed. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are

addressed. The importance of appropriate planning and administrative controls is also discussed. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4;

Credits-3.

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the information

security technology field or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Prerequisite: ITSY 2343 with a

grade of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

Safeguard computer operating systems by demonstrating server support skills and designing and implementing a security system.

Identify security threats and monitor network security implementations. Use best practices to configure operating systems to

industry security standards. Prerequisites: ITNW 2305 and ITSY 1300 with grades of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4;

Credits-3.

Identify elements of firewall design, types of security threats and responses to security attacks. Use best practices to design,

implement, and monitor a network security plan. Examine security incident postmortem reporting and ongoing network security

activities. Prerequisites: ITNW 2305 and ITSY 1300 with grades of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

In-depth coverage of security management practices, including asset evaluation and risk management; cyber law and ethics

issues; policies and procedures; business recovery and business continuity planning; network security design; and developing and

maintaining a security plan. Prerequisites: ITSY 2300 and ITSY 2301 with grades of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

In-depth coverage of incident response and incident handling, including identifying sources of attacks and security breaches;

analyzing security logs; recovering the sytem to normal; performing postmortem analysis; and implementing and modifying security

measures. Prerequisites: ITSY 2300 and ITSY 2301 with grades of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

In-depth study of system forensics including methodologies used for analysis of computer security breaches. Gather and evaluate

evidence to perform postmortem analysis of a security breach. Prerequisites: ITSY 2300 and ITSY 2301 with grades of C or better.

*CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.

Capstone experience for the security curriculum. Synthesizes technical material covered in prior courses to monitor, audit, analyze,

and revise computer network security systems to ensure appropriate levels of protection are in place. Prerequisites: ITSY 2341,

2342, and 2343 with grades of C or better. *CTE; Lecture-1; Lab-4; Credits-3.