# Computer Applications (Certificate of Achievement)

MiraCosta College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Computer Studies & Information Technology

Source: https://catalog.miracosta.edu/disciplines/computerstudiesandinformationtechnology/

Individuals completing this program are prepared for the professional-level use of computers and business productivity software applications. Learning to use, integrate, and collaborate effectively with these powerful tools is essential for job preparation or advancing in current jobs in today's technology-rich workplaces. Specific areas of emphasis include word processing, spreadsheets, database management, electronic presentations, digital imaging, Microsoft Windows, and Internet cloud-based applications. Depending on which electives are chosen, certificate completion may help individuals prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign professional certification exams.

##### Program Student Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to successfully use, integrate, and collaborate with a range of business productivity software applications to solve business problems.

**Course Requirements**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | |  |
| CSIT 125 | Microsoft Word for Business | 3 |
| CSIT 128 | Microsoft Excel for Business | 3 |
| CSIT 131 | Microsoft Access for Business | 3 |
| CSIT 134 | Microsoft PowerPoint for Business | 3 |
| CSIT 137 | Google Apps for Business | 3 |
| CSIT 149 | Microsoft Windows | 3 |
| CSIT 195 | IT Career Exploration and Portfolio Development | 1 |
| or CSIT 286 | Professional Certification Preparation |  |
| or CSIT 292 | Internship Studies |  |
| or CSIT 299 | Occupational Work Experience Education |  |
| **Select at least 6 elective units from the following courses:** | | 6 |
| CSIT 101 | Introduction to Computers |  |
| CSIT 110 | Computer Applications |  |
| CSIT 150 | Artificial Intelligence: Concepts |  |
| or CSIT 151 | Artificial Intelligence: Applications |  |
| or CSIT 152 | Artificial Intelligence: Strategies and Solutions |  |
| CSIT 155 | Social Media for Business |  |
| MAT 110 | Digital Imaging 1: Adobe Photoshop |  |
| MAT 170 | Digital Illustration 1: Adobe Illustrator |  |
| MAT 180 | Digital Publishing: Adobe InDesign |  |
| **Total Units** | | **25** |