Computer Applications Software
Certificate of Achievement (CA) Computer Information Systems · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Certificate of Achievement in Computer Applications Software is designed to prepare students to perform web development and programming, as will as basic data entry using standard and customized software products. This includes instruction in keyboarding skills, personal computer and work station operation, and various interactive software programs used for tasks such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and others.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities include, but are not limited to, administrative assistant, receptionist, database manager, web design, desktop publishing office manager, and administrative support.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Analyze a business problem and develop a solution using appropriate application software.
- Create appropriate business documents including reports, letters, emails, project plans, messages, and websites, and apply standard business English including grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
Computer Applications Software (CA): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (24 Units) | ||
| CIS 43 | Professional Communications | 3 |
| CIS 50 | Introduction to Computing Information Technology | 3 |
| CIS 54 | MS Excel Essentials | 4 |
| CIS 55 | Integrating Office Applications | 4 |
| CIS 57 | Database Concepts | 3 |
| CIS 65 | Introduction to Desktop Operating Systems | 2 |
| CIS 75 | Office Technology/Communications | 1 |
| CIS 88A | Introduction to Microsoft Word | 1.5 |
| CIS 88B | Adv Microsoft Word | 1.5 |
| CIS 89A | Desktop Presentation | 1 |
| List A: Select Two (6 Units) | ||
| CIS 59 | Web Dev: HTML/CSS/Javascript | 3 |
| CIS 59C | Web Programming - JavaScript | 3 |
| CS 7 | Introduction to Computer Programming Concepts | 3 |
| List B: Select from the Following (4-6 Units) | ||
| CIS 55B | Advanced MS Office Skills | 2 |
| CIS 60 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CIS 62 | Project Management | 3 |
| CIS 66 | Networking Fundamentals | 3 |
| CNT 51 | CompTIA's A+ Certification Computer Technician | 4 |
| Total | 34-36 | |