DEGREES
- A.S.—CIS, Computer Science
- A.S.—CIS, Information Systems Security
- A.S.—CIS, Server Administrator
- A.S.—CIS, Enterprise Administrator
- A.S.—Management Information Systems
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
- CIS — Computer Programmer - SQL
- CIS — Relational Database Administration
- CIS — Web Programming
- CIS — Server Administrator
- CIS — Enterprise Administrator
- CIS — Programming C/C++
- CIS — Internet Programming
- CIS — Information Systems Security
- Desktop Publishing
- MIS — Application Expert
- MIS — Application Master
- MIS — Application Specialist
CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY
- CIS — Database Analyst - SQL
- CIS — Database Design
- CIS — Software Development Using Visual BASIC.NET
- CIS — Software Development with JAVA
- CIS — Web Publishing
- CIS — Network Helpdesk Technician
- CIS — Linux System Administrator
See also:
Professional Applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (Computer Science emphasis)
(Geography Program)
Program Description
CRC computer information science programs include study in computer programming, information systems security, computer networking, management information systems, and computer applications. A wide range of degree and certificate programs are available to meet the needs of transfer students who plan to complete a four-year degree as well as career/technical students who plan to enter the workforce. Several of the programs are designed to promote a career ladder from certificate to associate degree to university transfer. Other programs are designed to upgrade the skill set of working IT professionals. All program options are designed with advice from business and industry representatives and conform to industry standards. For more information, refer to specific information about each program in the pages that follow. Transfer students should see a counselor to develop an educational plan based upon the specific requirements of the intended transfer institution.
Please review the CIS "Curriculum Prerequisite Hierarchy" for each program of study as you plan your course taking pattern.
Career Opportunities
| Computer Operator | Applications Software Specialist |
| Systems Analyst | Programmer |
| Data Entry Specialist | Computer Systems Specialist |
| Computer Technician | Network Administrator |
| Internet Technician | Enterprise Administrator |
| Server Administrator — Windows or Linux | |
Some Career Opportunities may require more than two years of college study.
Highlights
- Hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art computer center
- Opportunities to work on specialized projects relating to computer information science, business and computer programming
- Study in a field that has great employment opportunities and encompasses many careers
Note to Transfer Students: If you are interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in this major, it is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for your major. Schools vary widely in terms of the required preparation. The courses that CRC requires for an associate’s degree in this major may be different from the requirements needed for the bachelor's degree. If you are interested in majoring in Computer Science after transfer, see recommended "CIS Programming Course Sequence", if interested in majoring in Programming after transfer.
For information about the student learning outcomes for this program, see www.crc.losrios.edu/pslo