Computer Information Systems
Develop a customized program that provides a comprehensive foundation in general technology while allowing for specialization in one or more technical disciplines.
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Why choose Computer Information Systems?
Chemeketa Community College offers two Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees within its Computer Information Systems program: Cybersecurity and Computer Systems and Information Technology (CSIT).
The CSIT degree provides a comprehensive foundation in general technology, equipping students with versatile skills applicable across various domains in the industry. The Cybersecurity degree delivers specialized training in cybersecurity, preparing students to address the complexities of securing modern information systems.
These degree programs are designed to prepare graduates for a wide range of employment opportunities in the computer information systems field. For professionals already working in the industry, Chemeketa also offers an extensive selection of professional continuing education classes and certifications. Additionally, the program includes technology service courses tailored to support students pursuing other disciplines.
As of 2020, Chemeketa Community College is recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE), with the designation renewed through 2030. This distinction underscores the college’s commitment to providing high-quality, industry-relevant education in cybersecurity.
What will you learn?
By completing the Computer Systems and Information Technology degree you will:
- Acquire new information and adapt to changes in the computer technology field
- Apply a logical and systematic approach to solve problems
- Use written, oral and visual interpersonal skills to communicate with individuals or small groups
- Install, configure, use, maintain software systems and deal with security issues involved in a business environment
- Configure and maintain workstation and server operating systems and hardware resources
- Research and interpret technical materials as they relate to areas of specialization
- Apply project life cycle concepts to assist in finding solutions to business needs
- Conduct and evaluate individual and small group instruction for information technology topics such as application software
In addition to the Computer Systems and Information Technology degree outcomes, students completing the Cybersecurity degree:
- Train in a variety of modern internet and business-oriented computer skills
- Develop software and hardware problem-solving skills using programming logic and hands-on lab situations
- Configure and troubleshoot access to resources, hardware devices and drivers, storage use and network connections
- Analyze Internet security issues and apply them to network design problems
- Design a disaster recovery plan for a real-world scenario
- Design an appropriate risk analysis for a given business in a particular environment
What will you do?
The Computer Systems and Information Technology degree, prepares you for a wide variety of technical career opportunities:
- Computer programming
- Design and implement computer systems
- Computer systems administration
- Website development
- Computer system security
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Associate of Applied Science - Computer Systems and Information Technology (CSIT)
The Computer Systems and Information Technology degree prepares students for a wide variety of technical career opportunities. The degree prepares the student for work in the design and implementation of business systems solutions, software and systems troubleshooting, technical support and end user training. Manage workgroup resources including file shares, print shares, and physical connections. Install, configure and support industry required applications to the enterprise environment. Use integrated software packages to analyze and support business problems related to the IT infrastructure. Careers in enterprise and workgroup systems administration, software and systems troubleshooting, IT technical support, corporate information systems and private computer security consulting. This degree provides a pathway to the CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, LINUX+, and other industry certifications.
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Computer Systems and Information Technology Associate of Applied Science
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Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
This degree focuses on cybersecurity and safety, computer forensics, ethical hacking, and routing and switching of networks. To develop the foundational skills in computing, you will take courses in digital literacy, programming, web design, operating systems, hardware, and networks. In your second year you will learn about server management, database management, data security, computer forensics, ethical hacking, routing and switching of networks, network systems management, security+, and computer architecture. You will also have the opportunity to complete cooperative work experience to gain experience that may help lead to a career path.
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Certificate in Computer Information Systems
The Computer Information Systems Certificate prepares the student for work in the design and implementation of business systems solutions, software and systems troubleshooting, technical support and end user training. Manage workgroup resources including file shares, print shares, and physical connections. Install, configure and support industry required applications to the enterprise environment. Use integrated software packages to analyze and support business problems related to the IT infrastructure.
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