# Computer Information Technology, Noncredit (ICT) courses

Merced College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 3 courses

Source: https://catalog.mccd.edu/schools/programs/school-stem/courses/ict-courses

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027.

### ICT-720 — Computer Software Essentials

- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Course duration: 27-54 hours; open entry format

In this course students focus on the essentials of common business software applications and how to use them to accomplish tasks. By the end of the course students will be able to describe existing and emerging technologies of computing systems, impact of computers on our society, and the future of computing. Students learn the essentials of computer applications web software technologies. Students will apply these concepts and methods through hands-on projects developing computer-based solutions to business problems. (02/21)

### ICT-721 — Computer Hardware Essentials

- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Course duration: 27-54 hours; open entry format

An introduction to the basics of computing systems, impact of computers on our society, and the future of computing. Focus on learning computer hardware, database management systems, networking, internet technologies and programming basics. Project-based learning through hands-on projects developing computer-based solutions to problems. (2/21)

### ICT-722 — Information and Communication Technology Essentials

- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules
- Course duration: 54-108 hours; open entry format

In this course students focus on computer technology hardware and related software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level ICT professionals. The fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an ICT professional will be introduced. Students will prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification exams. (02/21)