Computer Information Systems

The Computer Information Systems Program is primarily designed as non-transfer for career oriented students who desire to enter the job market after completion of the program. It is designed to develop knowledge and skills that will enable the student to seek entry level employment and perform efficiently in the IT industry workforce. The program also offers opportunities for individuals already in the job market to expand their skills and knowledge to include computers. Students will develop those attitudes, understandings, and traits that will allow them to accept responsible positions and will create within them an appreciation for the impact of computerization upon every facet of the business world.

Knowledge and skills gained through this program typically prepare for, or upgrade persons in, the following occupations:

Technical Support
Help Desk Support
Computer Maintenance
Network Assistant
Web Site Designer

Upon completion of this program, all students are expected to demonstrate/complete the following:

• exhibit ethical, responsible, and dependable behavior

• communicate effectively with employees and customers

• write effective business documents

• work cooperatively with others in a team environment

• use problem solving strategies to think critically

• install and use a variety of operating systems

• use basic programming constructs

• install, configure, and diagnose hardware and application software

• provide outstanding customer support services

• troubleshoot hardware and software problems

• demonstrate mastery of CompTIA A+ objectives

PC Support Specialist Option

• demonstrate understanding of CompTIA’s network fundamental objectives

• exhibit mastery of Microsoft Windows XP usage

• configure, manage and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server software

Web Design Specialist Option

• create professional web pages utilizing a variety of methods

• create and utilize graphics for web pages

• use scripting languages

• select, configure and manage web server software

Last Update - 05/21/2007