Course Descriptions: COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

(Previously listed under Business or Computer Information Science and/or Systems)

CIT 311 INTRODUCTION TO THE UNIX OPERATING SYSTEM

Units (Grade Option) 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 420, ENGL 100, and MATH 120 or 122; Prerequisite(s): BUS. 103 or COMP 103 or CIS 118. Description: This course introduces the UNIX operating system including the UNIX system architecture, file system, UNIX shell, job control, and an introduction to shell scripts. Transfer: CSU, UC.

CIT 340 INTRODUCTION TO UNIX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION

Units (Grade Option) 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 420 and ENGL 100; Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CIT 311 or equivalent knowledge. Description: Introduction to UNIX system administration functions including managing user accounts, maintaining file systems, backing up, restoring and managing a UNIX system. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 411 INTERMEDIATE UNIX

Units (Grade Option) 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 420, ENGL 100, and MATH 120 or 122; Prerequisite(s): CIT 311. Description: Continuation of CIT 311. Topics include features of UNIX shells, job control, and uses of UNIX utilities. Transfer: CSU, UC.

CIT 422 HELP DESK

Units 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CBOT 430. Description: Introduces students to the functions of Help Desk in the technical support setting. The Help Desk roles and responsibilities, processes and procedures, tools and technologies, and performance measures are explored in detail. In addition the course emphasizes the combination of technical, business, and personal skills important to Help Desk personnel. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 450 PC MAINTENANCE AND SYSTEM UPGRADES, PART I

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CBOT 415. Description: Introduction to problem-solving skills for computers. Topics covered include a review of hardware, software error codes, replacement of boards, optimization of a hard disk, caring for floppy disk drives, hardware versus software problems, troubleshooting, and analysis of problems associated with printers and software. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 451 PC MAINTENANCE AND SYSTEM UPGRADES, PART II

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CIT 450. Description: Continuation of CIT 450. Students learn the use of advanced software utilities and testing equipment to perform software/hardware analysis and troubleshooting. Hands-on installation of operating systems, installation of software, and performing system backups is performed. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 453 TROUBLESHOOTING SYSTEMS

Units 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CIT 450 and CBOT 480. Description: The course introduces techniques and resources used to identify, analyze and rectify various hardware, software, connection, and user problems. Using text references, computer, and Internet resources, students learn to apply standard problem-solving procedures relating to personal computer malfunctions. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 464 ADVANCED WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM

Units 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CBOT 448 or equivalent. Description: This course covers all utilities and maintenance utilities that are included with Windows. Also included are installing, upgrading, reinstallation, and troubleshooting Windows. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 467 INTERNET/NETWORK SECURITY

Units 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Provides a fundamental understanding of network security principles and implementation. Students receive an in-depth overview of all the current risks and threats to an organization’s data, along with a structured way to addressing and safeguarding these electronic assets. A thorough understanding of computer systems and computer networks is highly recommended before taking this course. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 480 PERSONAL UNIX SYSTEMS

Units (Credit/No Credit) 0.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 8 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Learn how to install Linux, a UNIX clone, on your home computer system. Topics include hardware issues and where to get your own copy on the Internet. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 492 NETWORKING ESSENTIALS

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Introduces the basics of Local Area Networks to include terminology, network components and their functions, network planning, monitoring, and management of networks with relationships to Microsoft Operating Systems. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 494 SUPPORTING WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CBOT 448, and CIT 450 and 492. Description: Prepares students to install, configure and administer Windows XP Professional in workgroup and domain environments. Topics include installation methods, protocol configuration, user and group management, file, share, and logon security, printing, hardware and software installations, troubleshooting and related Windows XP topics. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 496 WINDOWS 2000 ACTIVE DIRECTORY

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CIT 498. Description: Techniques of planning, executing, troubleshooting, and setup of the Windows 2000 Active Directory. Additional topics include: overcoming challenges such as administration, set up user and group accounts, and security. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 497 WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL

Units (Grade Option) 1.5; Class Hours: Minimum of 24 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CBOT 448 and CIT 492. Description: Install, configure and administer Windows 2000 Professional in workgroup and Domain networks. Topics include installation methods; protocol configuration; user and group management; file, share, and logon security; printing; hardware and software installations; troubleshooting and related Windows 2000 topics. Preparation for Microsoft 70-210 examination. Transfer: CSU.

CIT 498 WINDOWS 2000 SERVER

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/32 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): CIT 497. Description: Implement, configure and support a Windows 2000 server as domain controller in a Microsoft enterprise network environment. Topics include network protocols; domain user and group management; share, NTFS and logon security; introduction to Active Directory Service; printing; server performance optimization and troubleshooting. Prepares student for the Microsoft certification. Transfer: CSU.

Updated: 7/8/08