- How do I change programs?
- Whom do I contact to get a course waiver or substitution?
- What are the differences between the computer-related degree programs?
- Why do some courses have prerequisites?
- How do I register for a class if it is closed?
- How do wait lists work?
- What is an "Intent to Graduate" form?
- What are the differences between the Office Technology Degree Programs?
- What types of jobs can one get with the Office Technology Programs degree?
1. How do I change programs?
There are specific procedures and requirements for making a program change. A
student wishing to request a program change should contact the Academic
Advisement Center on the Brighton Campus (Building 1, Room 231), the Student
Services Office on the Damon Campus (Room 5252), or go to the Counseling and
Advising Web page on the MCC Web site for further information.
2. Whom do I contact to get a course waiver or substitution?
Contact the OCP Department Chairperson, Gloria Morgan (Anderson)
3. What are the differences between the Computer-related degree programs?
Computer Science - This degree focuses primarily on programming and is geared
toward students who want to become systems programmers. Higher math skills,
including pre-calculus are required. If developing computer code is the
student's primary interest, the CS major is usually their best bet. The student
in this program earns an A.S. degree while preparing them to transfer to a
four-year school to continue their studies in programming.
Computer Information Systems - This degree is for students who wish to
provide technical support, systems support, and systems analysis. With this
degree, students could become help desk professionals, data managers, provide
database applications support, and perhaps do a bit of programming.
MCC offers two different CIS programs. One awards an A.A.S. degree and
is designed for students who want to enter the workplace immediately after
graduation. The other awards an A.S. degree and is designed for students
planning to transfer to a four-year program in Computer Information Systems. Our
CIS programs require intermediate algebra as a prerequisite.
Computer Systems Technology - The focus of the CPT degree is
hardware components and applications. It's the right major for
people who like to "get their hands inside the computer."
Students learn to program hardware, work with operating systems,
and troubleshoot hardware and software failures. Students who
choose this specialty become network support technicians, PC
support personnel, programmers of anything microprocessor-controlled,
and just about anything having to do with "hardware." This degree
program is designed for students who wish to enter the workplace
immediately after graduation. The student earns an A.A.S. degree.
Information Technology - This is MCC's newest computer degree program.
The IT program specifically prepares students for specialized study
in a key area of IT at a four-year college. IT professionals
concentrate on developing new approaches to apply existing technology
and software. High-level math skills, including pre-calculus are
required. The student in this program earns an A.S. degree while
preparing them to transfer to a four-year school.
4. Why do some courses have prerequisites?
Completion of prerequisite courses helps to ensure student success. Instructors
of courses which have prerequisites assume that their students come to the
course with a certain knowledge base, upon which the current course will build.
This is necessary in order for students to progress through a series of
increasingly higher-level courses and ultimate mastery of the topic being
taught.
5. How do I register for a class if it is closed?
When a course reaches maximum enrollment, it is closed to new students. A
student may request to be added to the roster as an overload. Students should
contact the instructor since permission to overload a course section generally
must be approved by the instructor of the particular course section.
6. How do wait lists work?
During pre-registration, when a course section reaches maximum enrollment,
students may request to be "wait-listed" for that section. Should an opening occur,
students will be enrolled based on the order that they were placed on the wait
list. Wait lists are usually eliminated the last day before classes begin. If a
student still wishes to enroll in that section, they should contact the
instructor for special permission.
7. What is an "Intent to Graduate" form?
Graduation from MCC is not automatic. Once you complete the registration process
for your last semester at MCC you should file an Intent to Graduate Application
with the Graduation Office. An Intent to Graduate Application is a form that
students are required to complete in order to graduate from MCC. Application
forms can be obtained on the Graduation Office Web page on the MCC Web site, or
in several locations on both the Brighton and Damon campuses:
Brighton Campus:
- Graduation Certification Office - 1-300
- Counseling Center - 1-231
- Advisement Center - 7-211
- Career Program students may obtain a form from their Department Chairs.
Damon City Campus:
- Student services Office - 5-252
- Department Chairs
8. What are the differences between the Office
Technology Degree Programs?
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT A.A.S. DEGREE
The Administrative Office Assistant program is designed to provide students with
a broad background in business terminology and a high level of proficiency in
computer skills that will enable them to perform successfully in diverse
office-support positions. This degree is designed to provide a core background
in developing skills for technology, decision-making, human relations, and
management.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEGAL OFFICE ASSISTANT A.A.S. DEGREE
The Administrative Legal Office Assistant program prepares students to work in
law firms, corporations, the court system, and law-related government offices.
Legal terminology, document preparation, legal procedures, as well as word
processing and computer applications are emphasized for today's high-tech law
offices.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT A.S. DEGREE
The Office Technology
Associate in Science degree provides for the strongest Office Administration
training with in-depth computer software skills. This degree supports the
certification programs of the IAAP-International Association of Administrative
Professionals.
OFFICE TECHNOLOGY CLERK-TYPIST CERTIFICATE
The Clerk-Typist Certificate
prepares students for an entry-level office position involving routine and
repetitive clerical tasks. Keyboarding and basic computer skills are emphasized.
All credits will transfer into the A.A.S. Administrative Office Assistant degree
sequence.
OFFICE TECHNOLOGY MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE
This one-year
certificate program is designed to provide students with a firm foundation for
the medical office environment. With the development of strong word processing
skills, transcription skills, and medical office protocol, the student is well
on the path to a fulfilling career in the medical support area.
OFFICE TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION PROCESSING CERTIFICATE
This highly
intensive certificate program is designed to enhance existing computer software
application skills. Extensive training in the use of software for database
management, spreadsheets, presentation graphics and word processing will provide
students with needed skill sets for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)
Certification Program.
9. What types of jobs can one get with an
Office Technology Program degree?
Job titles in our area include:
- Executive Assistant
- Administrative Assistant
- Medical Secretary
- Medical Office Administrator
- Receptionist
- Office Assistant
- Data Entry Specialist
- Customer Service Representative
- Human Resources Assistant
- Clerk Typist
- Entry-Level Office Assistant
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