Computer Information Technology
Microsoft Applications

Certificate of Applied Science
Program Director: Carol Cornforth
Academic Advisor(s): WH-Cornforth; WT-Morris/Soly; NM-Cornforth/Slie

This program will provide students with short-term training to obtain entry-level positions in computer and/or business offices. Graduates can obtain entry-level employment in a variety of firms that require an expertise in using Microsoft applications. The program also prepares the students for the MOS Certification exams.
Students in the Computer Information Technology, CP, Microsoft Applications option will receive hands-on training using Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Publisher. Occupations available for students completing program requirements include the following: software applications user, help desk technician, and end user support.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Use and apply various features and commands of Windows
• Develop complex spreadsheets with Excel
• Develop databases with Access
• Develop presentations with PowerPoint
• Use and update a Microsoft Outlook calendar
• Develop documents in Publisher
• Develop documents in Word
• Troubleshoot Microsoft Office problems

The program course requirements are presented in sequence. Part-time students and others who cannot follow this sequence should check course descriptions in the college catalog to determine prerequisites and, in addition, should consult their academic advisor regarding the order in which they take courses.

This certificate program will provide a seamless transition for students wishing to pursue an AAS in Microsoft Applications and Support Desk.

 

 Fall Semester

Course	Cr. Hours
BA 120 Microsoft Word I	3
CIT 105 Windows O/S , Administration, and Troubleshooting	3
ENG 101 College Composition I	3
HPE Elective	1
MATH Mathematics Core Requirement	2
SPCH 101 Interpersonal Communications or SPCH 105 Fundamentals of Speech Communication	3

Spring Semester

Course	Cr. Hours
CIT 107 Excel	3
CIT 119 MS Applications Certification Prep	3
CIT 158 Microsoft Outlook	1
CIT 159 Microsoft Publisher	2
CIT 182 Power Point Presentations	3
PSYC 155 Human Relations	3

Total Hours in Program – 30

 

Gainful Employment Information
360-CIT Microsoft Applications
COST
Q.	How much will this program cost me?
A.	Tuition and fees:	$2,806.00
	Books and supplies:	$1,100.00
	On-campus room & Board	Not offered
	Disclaimer: All Tuition and Fees are subject to change.
FINANCING
Q.	What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A.	In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 0% of graduates (2007/2008-2011/2012) used loans to finance their education (tuition and fees, books and supplies and funds including educational costs allowed for living expenses, transportation/personal allowance) .  The median debt* for program graduates was by year:
	2011-2012	$0.00	No Graduates
	2010-2011	$3,696.50
	2009-2010	$0.00
	2008-2009	$857.50
	2007-2008	$0.00
	* Median loan debt  from Title IV only-No completers had private loans or institutional financing during this time period.
SUCCESS
Q.	How long will it take me to complete this program?
A.	The program is designed to take 12 months to complete.  The percent of graduates from this program that finished in this time by year are:
	2011-2012	0.00%	No Graduates
	2010-2011	50.00%
	2009-2010	33.33%
	2008-2009	50.00%
	2007-2008	100.00%
Q.	What are the chances of getting a job when I graduate?
A.	The job placement rate** for students who complete the program is by year:
	2011-2012	0.00%
	2010-2011	No data available at this time
	2009-2010	NR*
	2008-2009	NR*
	2007-2008	NR*
* NR = No response to survey ** Placement Rate of Respondents; Calculation Source: WV Workforce
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