Computer and Information Systems

Possible Employment Responsibilities: Operating computers, preparing programs for business use, identifying and correcting errors in programs, installing and using various software packages.

Possible Employment Positions: Various entry-level positions including Computer Clerk, Computer Operator, Computer Support Specialist, Technical and Applications Support Specialist

Possible Employment Locations: Business, government agencies, hospitals and private companies (i.e. banks and hospitals)

Program Duration: One year. Additional Prerequisite course(s) may be required depending on student’s prior training and education.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0301 and ENGL 0320 , MATH 0330 and NCBM 0130 , Program Entrance Test, and/or interview with the CIS / Business Coordinator.

Students with computer and / or business skills or background may start the classes in the program before completing the Prerequisites with the permission of the CIS / Business Coordinator.
Students who lack proficiency in sign communication may be required to enroll in SGNL 1301 , SGNL 1302 , or SGNL 2301 until proficiency is attained.
Students lacking proficiency in keyboarding may be required to enroll in POFT 1227 .

Programs

Certificates

Computer and Information Sciences, Certificate Level I