Computer Information Systems — Software Specialist: Diploma

This diploma program prepares students for careers as computer information systems software specialists.  The coursework focuses on developing proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet creation to solve problems, computerized presentations, and development of database applications.  These skills enable a student to work effectively with software tools in a business/organizational environment. The courses also prepare the student to take the Microsoft Officer User Specialist (MOUS) examinations to be certified by Microsoft as expert users of the software. This program can be completed in two semesters. The complete program is available at the Harrisburg, Lancaster, Gettysburg, and York campuses. Some of the required courses are available at the Lebanon Campus, as well as through Virtual Learning.

Major Requirements   
AOS 110 Microsoft Word  3 
CIS 105 Introduction to Software for Business  3 
CIS 108 Introduction to Power Point  1 
CIS 110 Introduction to Computer Systems  3 
CIS 127 MS Windows Operating System  3 
CIS 135 Intermediate Spreadsheet Applications  3 
CIS 140 Intermediate Database Management  3 

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to:

Demonstrate mastery of various software packages on computers

Be able to decide which application tools is best suited to achieve the desired result

Demonstrate the ability to integrate various applications and link them

Understand the use of software as a communication tool in a business environment

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Apply for a Full-Ride Scholarship

Are you a future student and ready to apply to HACC? 
By applying to HACC, you have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship! HACC will fund two years of your education – enough to complete your associate degree.

Thanks to the support of the HACC Foundation, the College is able to offer FREE money to support future students, like you, in reaching your educational goals. Six full-ride scholarships are available – one from each of the five campuses and one through HACC’s Virtual Learning Program. 

Please note that current students are not eligible for the full-ride scholarships. However, there are more than 250 scholarships available for current students.

What should you know about the full-ride scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition, books and fees for a full academic year. 

The scholarship will automatically renew each term for up to six consecutive terms if you maintain your eligibility.

Once you apply to the College and receive a HACC ID and email address, you may apply for the full-ride scholarship. You do not have to register for classes before applying for the scholarship.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must:

Apply to HACC

Take 12-15 credits each term for no more than six consecutive terms (two years)

Live in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill or York county

Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Provide a 480 SAT reading score, 21 ACT or comparable scores on the College’s placement test

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled at HACC

Participate in at least two HACC student organizations