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Temple College Associate of Applied Science in Computer Technology Information Systems

2024-2025 Guided Pathway

First Year (30 Credit Hours Total)

Fall Semester

First 8 Week Courses

First Year Fall - First 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
ITSC 1305 - Introduction to PC Operating Systems 1(Required for progression) 3 -
ITSC 1325 - Personal Computer Hardware 3 -

Second 8 Week Courses

First Year Fall - Second 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
ITNW 1325 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies 3 -
COSC 1301 - Introduction to Computing (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) 3 090
Total Credit Hours: 12

Spring Semester

First 8 Week Courses

First Year Spring - First 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade

POFT 1329 - Beginning Keyboarding or

Information Technology Elective 3(See advisor for options)

3 -
ENGL 1301 - Composition I (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) 3 010

Second 8 Week Courses

First Year Spring - Second 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
ITSC 1315 - Project Management Software 3 -
Management Elective 4(See advisor for options) 3 -
Total Credit Hours: 12

Summer Courses

These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester

First Year Summer
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications 3 090
Choose from Mathematics Core (MATH 1332 preferred) 3 020
Total Credit Hours: 6

Second Year (30 Credit Hours Total)

Fall Semester

Come talk to an academic advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.

First 8 Week Courses

Second Year Fall - First 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
CPMT 2349 - Advanced Computer Networking Technology 3 -
COSC 1437 - Programming Fundamentals I (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) 4 -

Second 8 Week Courses

Second Year Fall - Second 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
IMED 1316 - Web Design I 3 -
Choose from Life or Physical Science Core (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) 3 030
Total Credit Hours: 13

Spring Semester

Come talk to an academic advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.

16 Week Courses

Second Year Spring - 16 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade

IMED 2311 - Portfolio Development or

ITSC 2386 - Internship - Computer and Information Sciences

3 -

First 8 Week Courses

Second Year Spring - First 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
Information Technology Elective 3(See advisor for options) 3 -

Second 8 Week Courses

Second Year Spring - Second 8 weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
Choose from Language, Philosophy, Culture, or Creative Arts Core (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) 3 040/050

ENGL 2311 - Technical and Business Writing or

ENGL 1302 - Composition II (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor)

3 020
Total Credit Hours: 12

Summer Courses

These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester

Second Year Summer
Course Name Credit Hours Core Code Term Taken Grade
Choose from Social/Behavioral Science Core (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) 3 080
Additional credits as needed for graduation 2(Consult with advisor) 2 -
Total Credit Hours: 5
Grand Total Credit Hours: 60

Important Notes

Note 1: Must successfully complete the course in order to progress in the AAS Computer Technology Information Systems degree.

Note 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss preferred core and degree requirements for your transfer university and for university specific transfer classes.

FY: Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.

Elective Notes:

  • 3 - Information Technology Elective (consult with advisor for appropriate IT courses)
  • 4 - Management Elective (consult with advisor for business management courses)

Core Curriculum Numbering: 010-090 represents the Core Curriculum Numbering System.

Educational Outlook

This Computer Technology Information Systems program is designed to develop the fundamental skills, knowledge, and experience which prepares students for positions in the field of computer technology and information systems. The program combines classroom lecture along with hands-on experience to give students practical knowledge of computer systems.

Career Outlook

Potential career paths and entry-level salaries in Central Texas:

  • File Clerk: $21,187 (Associate Degree)
  • Administrative Support Worker: $27,161 (Associate Degree)
  • Data Entry Keyer: $25,834 (Associate Degree)

Salary data based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas from https://texaswages.com/WDAWages

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