Computer Information Management

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associate in arts degree in

communication studies for transfer

Complete the following course (3 units): units

COMM 1 Communication Fundamentals 3

group A

Select two courses (6 units) from the following:

COMM 3 Argumentation and Debate 3

COMM 5 Interpersonal Communication 3 COMM 100 Group Dynamics and Leadership 3

group B

Select two courses (6 units) from the following:

COMM 2 Persuasion 3

COMM 9 Intercultural Communication 3 COMM 30 Introduction to Oral Interpretation 3 COMM 106A/B/C Forensic Activity A, B, and C

(limited to 3 units) 3 JRNL 40 Mass Media and Society 3

group C

Select one course (3-4 units) from the following:

ANTH 2 Cultural Anthropology 3 COMM 35 Voice and Diction 3 JRNL 41 Newswriting 3 PSYC 1 Introduction to Psychology 3 SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology 3 WR 2 College Writing 2:

Critical Thinking/Writing 4

totAl unitS rEQuirED: 18-19

to earn the associate for transfer degree: See page 28 for associate degree for transfer graduation requirements.

computer information

management

School of Business Sciences

Dean: Anna “Cathleen” Greiner, PhD Academic Chair: Bob Urell

faculty: Carolina Kussoy; Dixie Massaro; Roopa Mathur, PhD;

Bob Urell courses

The Computer Information Management (CIM) Department in the School of Business Sciences conducts a program designed to offer training in hardware and software applications used in a variety of environments and enterprises. The program encom-passes a broad area of study, including computer operating sys-tems, software applications, and networking and internetwork-ing technologies. Courses are designed to prepare students at various levels of competence—from the novice to the expert— for immediate employment, professional careers, and/or trans-fer. The program combines classroom lecture/demonstration and individual hands-on training in a laboratory setting. Faculty members work closely with local businesses and industries to ensure relevant and state-of-the-art training.

major

Students may pursue associate degree majors in desktop pub-lishing, digital media technologies, local area networks (Cisco), computer applications, and web authoring; they may also com-plete certificates of proficiency in 2D animation, digital graphic applications, digital publishing, multimedia design, spread-sheets, and web page authoring.

program student learning outcomes

Administrative Assistant

Upon completion of the administrative assistant program, stu-dents will be able to

• Apply computing techniques to solve common business problems, to manipulate and interpret data, and to dis-seminate the data, methodology, analysis, and results. • Engage in critical thinking to manipulate the features and

functions of common business applications to produce a variety of business documents.

• Compose, criticize, evaluate, and revise the content and structure of written business communications.

Computer Applications

Upon completion of the computer applications program, stu-dents will be able to

• Apply computing techniques to solve common business problems, to manipulate and interpret data, and to

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associate in science degree

or certificate of achievement

administrative assistant

This program is designed for those wishing to develop office occupation skills that may be applied in a variety of business settings.

Complete the following courses: units

CIM 107 Introduction to

Personal Computer Applications 3 CIM 112.1 Spreadsheets I 1.5 CIM 112.2 Spreadsheets II 1.5 CIM 201A Introduction to Computers,

Keyboarding and Word I 1 CIM 201B Introduction to Computers,

Keyboarding and Word II 1 CIM 201C Introduction to Computers,

Keyboarding and Word III 1 CIM 203.1 Introduction to Windows 2 CIM 210.2 Word Processing II 2 MGT 104 Business Communication 3 MGT 203 Business English 3

totAl unitS rEQuirED: 19

recommended electives: CIM 114, 209

to earn the associate degree: See page 28 for associate degree graduation requirements.

to earn the certificate of achievement: See page 26 for certificate information and requirements.

to transfer: Courses required for the associate degree major at IVC may not be the same as those required for the major at a four-year school. If you plan to transfer, consult a counselor to identify the courses needed for the major at your transfer school and to develop a plan that will best meet your goals.

See an IVC counselor for course substitution if a course is not available. Upon completion of the local area networks: Cisco program,

stu-dents will be able to

• Apply computing techniques to solve common business problems, to manipulate and interpret data, and to dissemi-nate the data, methodology, analysis, and results.

• Engage in critical thinking to manipulate the features and functions of common business applications to produce a variety of business documents.

Web Authoring

Upon completion of the web authoring program, students will be able to

• Apply computing techniques to solve common business problems, to manipulate and interpret data, and to dissemi-nate the data, methodology, analysis, and results.

• Engage in critical thinking to manipulate the features and functions of common business applications to produce a variety of business documents.

potential careers

Examples of careers in the various computer information man-agement areas include the following:

• Advertising • Animation • Business Office Specialist • Digital Prepress and Publishing • Print Publications • Web Authoring and Production

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associate in science degree

or certificate of achievement

computer applications

This program is designed for those wishing to develop exper-tise in a variety of applications that may be required in almost all business settings.

CIM 107 Introduction to

Personal Computer Applications 3 CIM 112.1 Spreadsheets I 1.5

CIM 114 Database 1.5

CIM 203.1 Introduction to Windows 2 CIM 210.1 Word Processing I 2 CIM 221.1 Photoshop I 2 CIM 230.1 InDesign I 2

Complete a minimum of 4 units from the following courses:

CIM 112.2 Spreadsheets II 1.5 CIM 210.2 Word Processing II 2 CIM 214.2 Database II 2 CIM 230.2 InDesign II 2

See an IVC counselor for course substitution if a course is not available.

associate in science degree

or certificate of achievement

local area networks: cisco

The Cisco CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) is one of the most demanded certifications in networking. Cisco has designed a four-semester program which leads to this certi-fication. Students may cover the entire track at IVC over four semesters; or they may take the college’s accelerated program, completing two semesters’ worth of material in one semester, in order to acquire the CCNA in one academic year.

CIM 206.1 A+ Hardware Concepts 3.5 CIM 260.1 Networking I 2 CIM 260.2 Networking II 3.5 CIM 263.1 Internetworking Technologies I 3.5 CIM 263.2 Internetworking Technologies II 3.5 CIM 263.3 Internetworking Technologies III 3.5 CIM 263.4 Internetworking Technologies IV 3.5

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CertifiCates of ProfiCienCy

certificate of proficiency

a+, network+, linux+

This program of study includes instruction and practice in the identification, installation, and configuration of hardware and software to build, maintain, upgrade, and improve perfor-mance of a computer system. The program also includes the Linux operating system. The certificate courses provide a solid core of network concepts and terminology, an introduction and overview of all aspects of computer networking, includ-ing components and principles of local and wide area net-working and the Internet. This certificate prepares students for Comp TIA’s A+ exam, Linux+, and Network+ industry exams. Students who complete this certificate will be ready for an entry-level position in the industry and/or to undertake further study to advance to more specific industry training. Potential entry-level positions include help desk technician, IT support technician, desktop support technician, or technical support assistant.

CIM 106 A+ Hardware Concepts 3 CIM 108 A+ Operating Systems Preparation 3

CIM 160 Network+ 3

CIM 161 Linux+ 3

to earn the certificate of proficiency: See page 26 for certificate information and requirements.

certificate of proficiency

ccna (cisco certified network

associate) routing and switching

The program of study for the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) Routing and Switching Certificate includes instruc-tion and practice in the theory, design, configuraAssociate) Routing and Switching Certificate includes instruc-tion, and operation of simple Local and Wide Area Networks (LAN/WAN). This certificate program prepares students for entry-level posi-tions in network administration and to take the third-party Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam (640-802).

CIM 263.1 CCNA: Internetworking Technologies I 3 CIM 263.2 CCNA: Internetworking Technologies II 3 CIM 263.3 CCNA: Internetworking Technologies III 3 CIM 263.4 CCNA: Internetworking Technologies IV 3

associate in science degree

or certificate of achievement

web authoring

The primary purpose of the web authoring certificate and degree program is to prepare students for employment— and to maintain state-of-the-art skills of workers already employed—in California’s rapidly expanding web authoring industry. This comprehensive program offers an integrated approach to meet current and expanding job market demand.

CIM 225.1 Creative Suite 3.5 CIM 241.1 Creating a Web Page I Using XHTML 2 CIM 243.1 Dreamweaver I 1.5 CIM 243.2 Dreamweaver II 1.5 CIM 249.1 Cascading Style Sheets 3.5 DMA 55 Graphic Design I 3 DMA 140 Digital 2D Design and Color Theory 3 DMA 180 Visual Design for the Web 3

recommended electives: CIM 242.1, 250.1, 251.1; CS 38

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certificate of proficiency

digital graphic applications

This certificate of proficiency introduces various industry-stan-dard digital graphics software including Creative Suite applica-tions: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

CIM 221.1 Photoshop I 2 CIM 221.2 Photoshop II 2 CIM 225.1 Creative Suite 3.5 CIM 230.1 InDesign I 2

totAl unitS rEQuirED: 9.5

recommended electives: CIM 230.2

certificate of proficiency

digital photography

This certificate of proficiency is intended to prepare students with a foundation of digital photography skills including image capturing, editing, and output. The curriculum focuses on skills in camera usage and equipment as well as developing photo-graphic imagery using industry-standard software.

CIM 221.1 Photoshop I 2 CIM 221.2 Photoshop II 2 DMA 51 Digital Photography 3 DMA 52 Intermediate Digital Photography 3

recommended electives: ARTH 1, CIM 225.1

certificate of proficiency

office assistant

This program is designed for those wishing to develop entry-level office occupational skills that may be applied to a variety of business settings.

CIM 107 Introduction to Personal Computer

Applications 3

CIM 112.1 Spreadsheets I 1.5 CIM 201A Introduction to Computers,

Keyboarding and Word I 1 CIM 201B Introduction to Computers,

Keyboarding and Word II 1

CIM 210.2 Word Processing II 1.5

certificate of proficiency

spreadsheets

This certificate of proficiency is designed for those wishing to develop spreadsheet and accounting skills that may be applied in a variety of business settings.

CIM 112.1 Spreadsheets I 1.5 CIM 112.2 Spreadsheets II 1.5 CIM 212.3 Spreadsheets III—Certification 3

Complete a minimum of 3 units from the following courses:

ACCT 1A Financial Accounting 4 ACCT 114 Business Mathematics 3 ACCT 204 Accounting Applications: QuickBooks 3 ACCT 215 General Accounting 3

totAl unitS rEQuirED: 9–10

recommended electives: CIM 107

certificate of proficiency

web page authoring

This certificate of proficiency is intended to prepare students for entry-level web authoring positions. The certificate focuses on fundamental web development software and effective web page layout skills. Potential entry-level jobs include Assistant Web Designer, Assistant Web Master, and Assistant Web Developer.

CIM 141 Creating a Web Page Using HTML 3 CIM 143 Web Development - Dreamweaver 3 CIM 144 Web Development - WordPress 3

totAl unitS rEQuirED: 12.5