Information Systems Technology: Digital Design and Graphics
Award: Associate of Applied Science
Major: Information Systems Technology
Specialization: Digital Design and Graphics
Additional Program Information: https://www.brcc.edu/academics/programs/ist/
The A.A.S. degree in Information Systems Technology with a specialization in Digital Design and Graphics, utilizing technological and software skills, focuses on pre-print production, typography and enhanced digital design applications. Graduates from this specialization can expect to find entry level jobs in graphic and digital design fields.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ART 283 | Computer Graphics I | 3 |
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| ITN 107 | Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting | 3 |
| SDV 101 | Orientation to (IT Professions) | 1 |
| Select one of the following: 1 | 3 | |
| College Composition I | ||
| Technical Writing | ||
| Select one of the following | 3 | |
| Basic Technical Mathematics 2 | ||
| Quantitative Reasoning | ||
| Statistical Reasoning | ||
| Precalculus I | ||
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| ART 284 | Computer Graphics II | 3 |
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITN 208 | Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Computer Science | ||
| Software Design | ||
| Select one of the following | 3 | |
| College Composition II 1 | ||
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| ITD 110 | Web Page Design I | 3 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| ITE 120 | Principles of Information Systems | 3 |
| ITN 260 | Network Security Basics | 3 |
| Select one of the following | 3 | |
| Drawing I | ||
| Two-Dimensional Design | ||
| Digital Photography II | ||
| IT Elective 3 | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 18 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| ART 115 | Current Issues in Web Design | 1 |
| ITD 210 | Web Page Design II | 3 |
| ITE 160 | Introduction to E-Commerce | 3 |
| ITP 296 or ITP 298 | On-site Training in ITP 4 or Seminar & Project | 3 |
| Literature/Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Science Elective 5 | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 66 | |
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Students intending to transfer to a four-year institution should select ENG 111 and ENG 112.
- 2
Students intending to transfer to a four-year institution should select MTH 154 or MTH 161.
- 3
IT electives include ACC 211, all 100-200 level ITE, ITD, ITP, and ITN courses not already required in the program.
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The internship or capstone project should be completed in the last semester of the program. Credit for these courses may not be obtained through the College's advanced standing process.
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Cybersecurity and Networking Foundations
Award: Career Studies Certificate
This curriculum is designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge and skills in computer networking, cyber threats, and how to secure hardware/software from vulnerabilities.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ITN 106 | Microcomputer Operating Systems | 3 |
| ITN 107 | Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting | 3 |
| ITN 208 | Protocols and Communications TCP/IP | 4 |
| ITN 260 | Network Security Basics | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Software Design | ||
| Principles of Computer Science | ||
| SDV 101 | Orientation to (IT Professions) | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours | 17 | |
Foundations of Digital Design and Graphics
Award: Career Studies Certificate
The Career Studies Certificate in Foundations of Digital Design and Graphics utilizes technological and software skills, focuses on pre-print production, typography and enhanced digital applications. Graduates from this specialization can expect to find entry level jobs in graphic and digital design fields.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ART 115 | Current Issues in Web Design | 1 |
| ART 283 | Computer Graphics I | 3 |
| ITD 110 | Web Page Design I | 3 |
| ITD 130 | Database Fundamentals | 3 |
| ITE 152 | Introduction to Digital Literacy and Computer Applications | 3 |
| ITE 160 | Introduction to E-Commerce | 3 |
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Two-Dimensional Design | ||
| Drawing I | ||
| Digital Photography II | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 22 | |