Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
About Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
The CIS program at College of the Desert offers a degree in Computer Information Systems, Office Administration Professional. The program also includes courses that are included in many other programs including accounting, business administration, hospitality, digital design and production, retail management, HR specialist, and Auto. The curriculum includes transferable courses that provide the computer literacy required for transfer to the California State University, courses that provide a general overview of the discipline, and courses that deal with more advanced software concepts and tools used in the business environment.
Coursework in this field can improve their abilities in several ways: to think analytically, solve problems, organize thoughts and information, and utilize new technology more efficiently and effectively. CIS classes also provide the combination of technical skills and business skills required for success in an entry level office/administrative assistant position. The coursework also lays the foundation for careers in medical, insurance, and law office positions.
Students pursuing undergraduate studies in CIS commonly enter careers paths that include office administration, general business, web design, software installation and maintenance, software quality control, database management, electronic bookkeeping, network administration, customer support, and cyber security. Careers in the discipline that may require higher level degrees include programming, system analysis, database design, network design and administration, and security management.
The Associate's degree in Computer Information Systems prepares students to either enter the workforce as an entry-level computer or network support technician or pursue a bachelor's degree in managing information systems.
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 A.S. Computer Information Systems are prepared and eligible to sit for CompTIA's A+ and Network+ certification exams. Optional elective courses prep students for Cisco's CCNA and CompTIA's Server+ and Security+ exams.
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