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3.00 Credits
This introductory course is intended for students with little to no computer experience. Students in developmental mathematics, reading and English as well as English as a Second Language (ESL) should consider this for their first computer course. This course starts with an introduction to the Windows environment and covers operating system topics appropriate for beginners, keyboarding, document processing, and productivity skills necessary to function in today's electronic office environment. The course teaches students other skills necessary to use a personal computer as a tool for academic success. Utilizing the college's computer laboratories students get extensive "hands-on" personal computer experience in MS WORD aswell as E-Mail, INTERNET, and World Wide Web (WWW) access and use. Students emerge from this course with an understanding of essential computer concepts and terminology, use and application of the INTERNET, keyboarding proficiency, and a high degree of competence with personal computer hardware and software. All Learners Outcomes and Competencies in this course are approved by the National Workforce Center for Emerging Technologies (NWCET). For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu.
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3.00 Credits
This survey course covers the use and application of modern computer systems. This course includes detailed coverage of fundamental computer concepts, terminology, applications, and theory. Students will get extensive "hands-on" personal computer experience and gain a goodworking knowledge of MS WINDOWS? and MS OFFICE?. Upon completion of this course, students will have a grasp of important computer concepts and terminology, an understanding of INTERNET use and applications, a high degree of competence with personal computer hardware and software, as well as an understanding of the effects of information technology on the individual, organizations, and society. All Learner Outcomes and Competencies in this course are approved by the National Workforce Center for Emerging Technologies (NWCET). Students with prior learning experience may "test-out" of this course by contactingpla@bhcc.mass.edu. Prerequisite: Academic Reading III (ESL098) or Reading Skills II (RDG095) or placement or enrollment in an integrated course. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu.
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3.00 Credits
This is a survey course covering major aspects of the Information Technology (IT) industry and provides students with an overview and introduction to the core aspects of Information Technology including Network and Infrastructure Systems, Information Support and Services, Interactive Media and Programming and Software Development. This course focuses on an understanding and appreciation of the duties of information technology professionals and how each IT area related to and interacts with the others. Upon completion of this course students will have the knowledge necessary to make educational choices about continued study in IT as well as understanding of the impact of technology on society and organizations of all types. Students taking this course are expected to have a solid knowledge of basic computer terminology, internet navigation and e-mail, operating system and file management skills. All Skill and Knowledge Statements in the course are published and approved by the Massachusetts Department of Education Vocational Technical Education. Frameworks for the Information Technology Services cluster. These frameworks are published at http://www.mcte.org/frameworks. This course is eligible for Massachusetts Tech Prep advanced placement credit. Prerequisite: Academic Reading III (ESL098) or Reading Skills (RDG095) or placement. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu
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3.00 Credits
This is a course in Internet and Information Security which introduces students to all major areas related to securing both personal and organizational information in the "Internet Age."Beginning with an introduction to physical and electronic security issues, students proceed to explore the legal, ethical and professional issues in information and Internet security. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, identity theft, phishing and other email scams, personal and corporate firewalls, spy ware and virus scanning software, chat rooms, Internet crimes against children, cyber predators, digital computer forensics, wired and wireless home & organization networks, cyber terrorism, and cyber vandalism. Students gain practical experience in Internet security considerations through a capstone security project. Taught in the College's hands-on laboratory students will gain an in-depth knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures and competencies in the techniques used in securing both personal and organizational information. Prerequisite: Applications/Concepts (CIT110) or Introduction to Computer Science and Object Oriented Programming (CIT120), equivalent experience or permission of the department chairperson. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu.
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4.00 Credits
This is a first course in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) theory, logic and design. Taught in the College's hands-on computer classrooms, this course emphasizes the program design and development process including concepts of variables and flow control, objects, classes, methods, and polymorphism. Students will use an Object Oriented Programming language as they design code, debug and implement several programs covering the topics presented. Students taking this course are expected to have solid knowledge of basic computer terminology, internet navigation and email, operating system and file management skills. Strong analytical skills are recommended for students enrolling in this course. Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Algebra (MAT094) and Writing Skills II (ENG095) or placement and Academic Reading III (ESL098) or Reading Skills II (RDG095) or placement. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu.
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory course in Computer Forensics. Forensics Computing, Digital Forensics, or Computer Forensics is the name for a newly emerging field of study and practice that incorporates many areas of expertise. Some of these areas have been called network security, intrusion detection, incident response, infrastructure protection, disaster recovery, continuity planning, software engineering, cyber security, and computer crime investigation. It is an area of practice in public law enforcement at the federal, state and local levels that deals with cyber crime, cyber vandalism, cyber predators, and cyber terrorism. In the private sector, it deals with critical infrastructure, such as business, hospitals, utilities, transportation, finance, education, and other key institutions. Taught in the College's hands-on laboratory students will gain an indepth knowledge of the principles, procedures, and techniques used in digital forensic analysis. Prerequisite: Applications/Concepts (CIT110) or Information Technology Fundamentals (CIT112) or equivalent experience or permission of department chairperson.
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3.00 Credits
This is a comprehensive course in the use and application of computers in database applications based on the most current version of MICROSOFT ACCESS. The course covers all aspects of database design including entity relationship modeling, tables, reports, queries, forms and other database objects. All key MS ACCESS functionality including Internet applications, integration with the Web and other software programs are covered. Students gain some experience using Structured Query Language (SQL) and Visual BASIC for Applications (VBA) in the final component of the course. Microsoft Corporation has approved this course material as courseware for the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification Program and students may choose to take the MOUS ACCESS Certification Examination(s) upon completion of this course. Visit www.mous.net for more information on Certification Options. Prerequisite: Applications/Concepts (CIT110) or Introduction to Computer Science and Object Oriented Programming (CIT120), equivalent experience or permission of the department chairperson. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu.
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3.00 Credits
(Formerly ITB133) This introductory course covers the use and application of integrated PC applications software based on the most current version of Microsoft Office. The course initially covers the MS Windows skills necessary to complete the course. Using the hands-on college computer laboratory, the course covers the following applications in detail: Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Database, Presentation Graphics, and Desktop Information Management. The course emphasizes Internet applications relating to MS Office. It also covers integration among the MS Office Applications. Microsoft Corporation approved the course material as courseware for the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Program Core Level. Upon completion of the course, students have an in-depth knowledge of basic MS Office applications and concepts, and may choose to take the MOUS Core Certification Examinations. Please visit www.mous.net for more details on MOUS certification.
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3.00 Credits
(Formerly ITB140) Using several multi-media, Computer-Based Training (CBT) tools, this course covers most major technical issues related to Personal Computer and/or Workstation troubleshooting. Through real-world simulations, students gain an understanding of situations where hardware & software problems lead to lost productivity and "downtime". Students aretaught methodologies and techniques that can be used to resolve problems that arise from complex computer system integration. Although intended primarily for students in the business and medical fields, anyone interested in learning more about Windows XP, hardware and software issues relating to PC and workstation connection to networks and the Internet should consider taking this course. Troubleshooting fundamentals, tools, error messages and their meaning and use of the command prompt are also taught. Upon completion of this course, students will have detailed knowledge, skills and competencies required to troubleshoot most PC and workstation problems. All Learner Outcomes and Competencies in this course are approved by the National Workforce Center for Emerging Technologies (NWCET). Prerequisite: Academic Reading III (ESL098) or Reading Skills II (RDG095) or placement. For additional information and/or a course syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu.
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3.00 Credits
This is an introductory course covering the major aspects of administering Picture Archiving & Communication Systems, PACS. This course provides students with an overview and introduction to the core aspects PACS Systems Administration and Technology including but not limited to: PACS components, functions and standards, PACS network and infrastructure, PACS image acquisition, archiving, query, storage and retrieval, and PACS Management Software modules. This course focuses on an understanding and appreciation of the duties of PACS administration professional and how PACS relates to and interacts with the Hospital Information (HIS) and Radiology Information (RIS) Systems. Upon completion of this course students will have the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to administer PACS Systems at a basic level. Students taking the course are expected to have a solid knowledge of computer terminology, internet navigation and e-mail, operating system and file management skills. Prerequisite: Information Technology Fundamentals (CIT112), equivalent course, equivalent experience or permission of the CIT department chairperson. Pre/co-requisite: Introduction to Diagnostic Imaging & PACS (MIG161).
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