Computer Information Systems Certificate of Achievement
The objective of this certificate is to provide students the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for employment in entry-level positions in the field of Computer Information Systems. The certificate indicates that the student has acquired knowledge of the different aspects of information technology including programming, hardware, networking, cybersecurity, and cloud technology.
Major/Program Requirements
Required Courses:
| CIS 095 | Employability Skills for Technical Careers | 2.00 |
| CIS 101 | Introduction to Computer and Information Technology | 3.00 |
| CIS 130 | Hardware and Information Technology Essentials | 3.00 |
| CIS 140 | Introduction to Networks (Cisco CCNA 1) | 4.00 |
| | AND | |
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| CIS 113 | Java Programming | 3.00 |
| | OR | |
| CSCI 110 | Introduction to Computer Science I (C++) | 4.00 |
| | OR | |
| CIS 125 | Introduction to C#.NET Programming | 3.00 |
Students must complete at least twelve (12) additional units from the following courses:
| CIS 105 | Database Concepts and Design | 3.00 |
| CIS 109 | Operating Systems and Environments | 3.00 |
| CIS 113 | Java Programming | 3.00 |
| CIS 117 | Web Page Scripting | 3.00 |
| CIS 132 | Systems and Network Administration | 3.00 |
| CIS 133 | Cloud Technology Essentials | 4.00 |
| CIS 136 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 1.00 |
| CIS 137 | Cybersecurity Essentials | 2.00 |
| CIS 138 | CCNA Cybersecurity Operations | 4.00 |
| CIS 141 | Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials (Cisco CCNA 2) | 4.00 |
| CSCI 110 | Introduction to Computer Science I (C++) | 4.00 |
Total Credit Hours: 27.00
A student receiving a certificate in this field will be able to:
- Discuss the impact of information technology on society and the workplace.
- Work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Demonstrate knowledge of individual parts that make up a stand-along PC computer system, and the relationships between components.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the overall design and components of a LAN and WAN system.