Description

The Computer and Information Systems (CIS) One Year certificate of Completion provides a foundation of skills in computer concepts, software applications, networking, and the internet. Students can apply all the credits of this program towards the AAS degree if desired.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify and resolve IT problems.
2. Communicate effectively with peers, end-users, and management about a broad spectrum of IT concepts.
3. Illustrate currency in IT knowledge and skills through continuous education and research.
4. Apply best practices in the acquisition and use of hardware and software.
5. Produce web-based solutions for individuals and small businesses.

Entrance Requirements

Academic Entrance Requirements

Recommended:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of WR 065 Rhetoric and Critical Thinking II (or higher) or minimum placement Wr/Comm Level 7.
• Completion of MTH 060 Beginning Algebra I (or higher) or minimum placement Math Level 10.
• Basic computer competency (or CIS 010 Computer Keyboarding and CIS 070 Introduction to Computers: Windows).

Other Entrance Requirements

All COCC students enrolled in the Computer and Information Systems program (which includes options for Cooperative Work Experience) may have to pass Criminal History Checks (CHC) as a condition of their acceptance into a work site. Students who do not pass the CHC may not be eligible to complete requirements at affiliated practicum sites or be hired for some professional positions. Students who believe their history may interfere with their ability to complete the program of study should contact the Program Director or Department Chair.

Additional Program Costs (beyond standard tuition/fees and textbooks)

Recommended:

• 16-64GB portable storage (USB drive or SSD drive), $20 - $100
• A home or laptop computer capable of running the latest version of the Windows operating system and the latest version of Microsoft Office, $800
• Reliable high-speed internet access

Course Requirements

Course List

Course	Title	Credits
Core Courses
CIS 122	Introduction to Programming	4
CIS 124	IT Fundamentals	4
CIS 131	Software Applications	4
CIS 135DB	Database Theory/SQL	4
CIS 140	A+ Essentials I	4
CIS 145	A+ Essentials II	4
CIS 178	Internet in Depth	4
or CIS 179CL	Cloud Essentials
CIS 179	Networking Essentials	4
CIS 195	Web Development I	4
Other Required Courses
Human Relations:		3-4
MTH 102	Applied Technical Mathematics (or choose one course from the foundational requirements math list)	4
WR 121	Academic Composition	4
Total Credits		47-48

Advising Notes

Planning ahead is important. Most CIS option courses are offered once per academic year and many need to be taken in sequence. Some core classes are offered once every two years. Students may take non-program support courses any term to build skills related to prerequisites.

This degree is designed for students planning to enter their chosen careers upon graduation. Often only selected credits are considered transferable to public or private baccalaureate institutions.

Performance Standards

• Academic Requirements:

  • Students must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to earn a COCC certificate or degree.

  • All courses in the program must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

• Additional Requirements:

  • None

Sample Plan

Sample Plan Grid

First Term		Credits
CIS 124	IT Fundamentals	4
Human Relations:		3-4
MTH 102	Applied Technical Mathematics (choose one course from the foundational requirements math list)	4
WR 121	Academic Composition	4
	Credits	15-16
Second Term
CIS 131	Software Applications	4
CIS 140	A+ Essentials I	4
CIS 145	A+ Essentials II	4
CIS 178 or CIS 179CL	Internet in Depth Cloud Essentials	4
	Credits	16
Third Term
CIS 122	Introduction to Programming	4
CIS 135DB	Database Theory/SQL	4
CIS 179	Networking Essentials	4
CIS 195	Web Development I	4
	Credits	16
	Total Credits	47-48