Computer Information Systems AS Degree (employment preparation)

The Associate's degree in Computer Information Systems prepares students to enter the workforce as an entry-level computer or network support technician.

Computer support technicians provide technical assistance to computer users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. Computer network technicians analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and internet systems or a segment of a network system. They may perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

Graduates of the Computer Information Systems A.S. Employment Prep are prepared to complete CompTIA's A+ and Network+ certification exams. Optional elective courses prepare students for Cisco's CCNA, CompTIA's Server+, Linux+ Security+, Ethical Hacking Council, AWS Cloud Certifications exams, among others. 

Learning Outcomes

1. Exhibit basic understanding of information technology and information systems challenges and opportunities from a multi-faceted perspective of hardware, software, databases, telecommunications, people, and procedures.
2. Demonstrate the ability to locate, critically evaluate and solve business problems with technology solutions using qualitative and quantitative information.
3. Demonstrate a fundamental ability to identify and analyze user needs in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems.
4. Prepare students for entry-level employment in the field of computer systems.

Program Requirements