Computer and Information Technology - Certificate of Completion

Doña Ana Community College 2026-2027 Catalog

(16 credits)

NOTE: Students must complete all University certificate requirements to total at least 16 credits. and must achieve a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.0. Developmental coursework will not count towards the degree requirements and/or elective credits.

Prefix Title Credits
Technical/Major Requirements10
IT Essentials I: PC Hardware, Software, and Practical Applications3
Introduction to Networks4
Linux Essentials3
Related Requirements
Choose 6 credits from any courses with the following prefix: BCIS, CSCI, CIST, DRFT, E E, E T, FDMA, MATH, or AIML.6
Total Credits16
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Some courses not currently taught at DACC. Please refer to current Class Schedule for a listing of courses taught at DACC.

(16 credits)

A Suggested Plan of Study

The contents of this roadmap may vary depending on initial student placement in mathematics and English. This is only a suggested plan of study for students, and is not intended as a contract.  Individual student academic plans may vary. Please contact your academic advisor to create a plan that works for you. Course availability may vary from fall to spring semester and may be subject to modification or change.

NOTE: Students must complete all University certificate requirements to total at least 16 credits.and must achieve a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.0.  Developmental coursework will not count towards the degree requirements and/or elective credits. 

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Credits
CIST 1409
IT Essentials I: PC Hardware, Software, and Practical Applications
or Hardware PC Maintenance
3
CIST 1680 Linux Essentials 3
Related Requirement (3 credits) - Any course with the following prefix: BCIS, CSCI, CIST, DRFT, E E, E T, FDMA, MATH, or AIML 3
 Credits9
Semester 2
CIST 1411 Introduction to Networks 4
Related Requirement (3 credits) - Any course with the following prefix: BCIS, C S, CSCI, CIST, DRFT, E E, E T, FDMA, MATH, or AIML 3
 Credits7
 Total Credits16