# Information Technology (Certificate of Achievement)

Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Computer Science & Information Systems

Source: https://palomar.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/32694/33138/33115/33354/32797

This program prepares students for employment in information systems applications development in business and industry. The focus is on developing skills in programming languages, Internet, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, word processing, and database design. See a counselor for additional university transfer requirements in this major.

Learning Outcome(s):

1.  Analyze an information system problem, and identify and define the Information System requirements appropriate to its solution.
2.  Apply computational foundations, algorithmic principles, and information systems theory in the modeling and design of IS-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the available solutions.
3.  Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for the development of Information Systems solutions.
4.  Recognize and apply professional, ethical, and social issues and responsibilities as they relate to Information Systems.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Program Requirements** | | 24 |
| CSIT 105 | Computer Concepts and Applications | 3 |
| CSIT 110 | AI Literacy and Skills | 3 |
| CSIT 125 | Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| CSIT 150 | Introduction to SQL | 3 |
| CSIT 155 | Building Web Apps with JavaScript, PHP, and AI | 3 |
| CSIT 175 | Python Programming | 3 |
| CSIT 180 | C# Programming I | 3 |
| CSIT 230 | Data Modeling | 3 |
| **Electives (Select 1 course)** | | 3 |
| CSIT 152 | Web Site Development with HTML/CSS | 3 |
| CSIT 165 | R Programming | 3 |
| CSIT 275 | Advanced Python Programming | 3 |
| CSNT 111 | Networking Fundamentals | 3 |
| CSNT 150 | AWS Academy Cloud Foundations | 3 |
| **Total** | | **27** |