Software Specialist
Associate in Science Digital Media · Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The Software Specialist Associate of Science program includes microcomputer applications and computer support of business organizations. The program offers state of the art training in digital technologies preparing students for professional careers. Additionally the degree will include general education courses which will help students develop a sense of social responsibility; strong analytical, communication, intellectual, practical skills that the student can apply in real-world setting.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Recognize and apply appropriate information and hardware technology to achieve organizational goals.
- Demonstrate and apply appropriate software applications to achieve organizational goals.
- Understand basic hardware and software functions of a computer. Develop knowledge of technology applicable to the field, and proficiency in appropriate software.
- Demonstrate knowledge of technology applicable to the field, and proficiency in appropriate software
Program Requirements
SUBJECT #
TITLE
UNITS
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CAS 54 | Microsoft Excel | 3 |
| CAS 58 | Microsoft Access | 3 |
| CAS 88 | Microsoft Word | 3 |
| ARCH 3 | Digital Tools for Design and Visual Communication | 3 |
| BUS 92 | Excel Spreadsheets for Accounting | 2 |
| BUS 93 | QuickBooks | 2 |
| DIGM 4A | Digital Illustration | 3 |
| DIGM 5 | Typography | 3 |
| DIGM 6A | Photoshop | 3 |
| DIGM 7 | Design and Layout | 3 |
| DIGM 11 | Video Editing | 3 |
| DIGM 12A | Motion Graphics | 3 |
| DIGM 15 | Web Design Fundamentals | 3 |
| DIGM 16 | Interactive Web Design | 3 |
| DIGM 17 | Interactive Web Design II | 3 |
| ID 49 | Digital Tools for Design and Visual Communication | 3 |
| Total | 60 | |
Other Information
Discipline: Business, Economics & Information Technology
Program Control Number: 09656
TOP Code: 070210 - Software Applications
CIP Code: 11.0601 - Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General