Computer Technology (AAS)

60 Credits

Graduates who earn the AAS degree in Computer Technology will develop a broad range of skills to support computer-based applications in business and industry. These skills include problem-solving in computer architecture, database use and design, telecommunications, programming and system design. This degree positions individuals to seek employment in a variety of businesses that utilize Information Technology (IT) professionals.

Core Courses – 32 Credits

ACCT 2251	Financial Accounting	4 cr
CIM 1201/BUSN 1201	Information Technology Concepts and Business Software 1	3 cr
CIM 1220/BUSN 1220	Business Problem Solving Analyzing - Excel	3 cr
COMT 1107	Introduction to Computer Technology	4 cr
COMT 1173	PC Architecture Operation and Interface	3 cr
COMT 1181	Database Management Systems	3 cr
COMT 1184	Telecommunications	3 cr
COMT 2188	Systems Analysis and Design	3 cr

COMT 1173, COMT 1181, COMT 1184 and COMT 2188: These courses must be completed within the last seven years prior to completing the Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Technology, with or without Industry Certification.

Complete at least 6 credits from the following eight courses:

COMT 1205	Introduction to Visual Basic	3 cr
COMT 1182	Advanced Database with Crystal Reports	3 cr
COMT 2096	Internship in Computer Technology	2-4 cr
COMT 2250	Object Oriented Programming with Java for HCST	4 cr
CSCI 1101	Introduction to Computing and Problem Solving	4 cr
CSCI 1111	Introduction to Programming in C	4 cr
CSCI 1202	Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++	4 cr
CSCI 1203	Introduction to Computer Programming in Java	4 cr

COMT 1205, CSCI 1111, CSCI 1202 and CSCI 1203: These courses must be completed within the last seven years prior to completing the Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Technology, with or without Industry Certification.

Additional Required Courses – 28 Credits

ENGC 1101

College Writing

4 cr

Complete one of the following two courses:

COMM 1111	Interpersonal Communication	3 cr
COMM 1121	Small Group Communication	3 cr

Required

ENGC 2102	Business and Technical Writing	3 cr
MATH 1100	College Algebra and Probability	4 cr

Complete one of the following three courses:

MATH 1080	Introduction to Statistics	4 cr
MATH 1090	STATWAY Statistics 2	4 cr
BUSN 2220	Statistics for Business and Economics	4 cr

Complete one additional MnTC course from Goals 3-10 (3-5 Credits)

Complete additional courses to reach 28 credits (8-10 Credits)

Recommended:

BUSN 1102	Social Media Marketing	3 cr
BUSN 1105	Introduction to Business	3 cr
BUSN 1125	Entrepreneurship	3 cr
CIM 1230	Business Information Management - Access	3 cr
CIM 1250/BUSN 1250	Intro to Project Management Software	3 cr
ENGT 2188	Electronics and Automation	4 cr
ART 1116	Introduction to Graphic Design	3 cr
ART 1122	Foundation Digital Imaging	3 cr

Other Degree Requirements

If needed, complete additional courses to reach 60 college-level credits total.

• Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 for college-level coursework (courses numbered 1000 and above) completed at Normandale.
• Earn a minimum of 20 college-level credits at Normandale.

Coursework in this degree program satisfies a portion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC). Please see MnTC Degree Audit Report.